Irresistible Banana Squares
These banana squares are a moist and tender dessert packed with natural sweetness from ripe bananas. Try this easy banana squares recipe for the best banana dessert bars you'll ever make!
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 2/3 cup shortening
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)
- 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional
- Whipped cream and sliced bananas, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolks and mix until well incorporated, followed by the mashed bananas.
- In another bowl, combine the flour and baking soda. Add this to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, mixing after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and gently fold in the beaten egg whites to keep the batter airy.
- If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.
- Allow the squares to cool on a wire rack. Optionally, top with whipped cream and banana slices before serving.