Meltaway Banana Bars with Pecans

Soft, buttery, and irresistibly indulgent, these Meltaway Banana Bars with Pecans are the ultimate dessert for banana lovers. Made with ripe bananas, a blend of granulated and brown sugars, and a touch of vanilla, these bars bake to a golden perfection, topped with a satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. A luscious powdered sugar glaze drizzled over the top adds a hint of sweetness, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat that's perfect for any occasion. Ready in under an hour, these banana pecan bars are easy to make and ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as an afternoon snack. Whether you’re looking to use up overripe bananas or craving a rich, nutty treat, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups chopped pecans
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter and allow it to cool slightly before adding it to the bananas.

Step 4

Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and pure vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 7

Fold in 1 cup of the chopped pecans, reserving the remaining 0.5 cup for topping.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of chopped pecans evenly over the top of the batter.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

Step 11

While the bars are cooling, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 12

Once the bars are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top in an even layer.

Step 13

Slice into 12 bars and serve. Enjoy the meltaway goodness with the crunch of pecans!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1492.4 grams (1492.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5154

Total Fat 231.80g	297%
Saturated Fat 71.00g	355%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 623mg	208%
Sodium 2338mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 756.90g	275%
Dietary Fiber 32.00g	114%
Total Sugars 510.20g
Protein 58.60g	117%

Vitamin D 95IU	475%
Calcium 409mg	31%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2627mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.0%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 56.6%