Banana Oat Blondie Bars with Praline Caramel Glaze
These delectable Banana Oat Blondie Bars are a delightful twist on traditional blondies, featuring the wholesome goodness of oats and ripe bananas. Their dense and chewy texture makes them the perfect treat for any time of day—whether as a snack or dessert. Topped with a rich and creamy praline caramel glaze, every bite melts in your mouth, offering a sweet and nutty flavor that pairs beautifully with the banana base. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying at home, these bars are sure to become a new favorite in your dessert repertoire.
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Servings
237
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (not prepared)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (not prepared)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (not prepared)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (not prepared)
butter, softened
3/4 cup (softened)
light brown sugar, packed
2 cups (packed)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
quick-cooking oats
2 cups (not prepared)
ripe bananas, diced
1 cup (ripe and diced)
butter
1/4 cup (for icing)
dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup (packed)
milk
2 tablespoons (not prepared)
confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 cup (sifted)
chopped pecans
optional (for topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
4
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and packed light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
6
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7
Using low speed, incorporate the quick-cooking oats into the batter until evenly distributed.
8
Gently fold in the diced ripe bananas with a spatula, ensuring they are well mixed without overworking the batter.
9
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10
Once baked, remove the bars from the oven and place them on a wire rack to cool.
11
While the bars are cooling, prepare the praline caramel icing. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of butter and 1/2 cup of dark brown sugar.
12
Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil. Allow it to boil for 1 minute.
13
Remove from heat and stir in the milk, bringing the mixture back to a boil for another minute.
14
Off the heat, add the sifted confectioners' sugar and stir vigorously until the glaze is smooth and creamy.
15
While the glaze is still warm, pour it evenly over the cooled bars and spread with a spatula for even coverage.
16
Quickly sprinkle the chopped pecans over the warm icing before it sets.
17
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into 18 squares.
Nutrition Information
10
Fat
38
Carbs
3
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Banana Oat Blondie Bars?
They are a dense and chewy twist on traditional blondies featuring oats, ripe bananas, and a praline caramel glaze.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan should I use?
A 13x9-inch baking pan is recommended for this recipe.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Grease the pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
What dry ingredients are needed?
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
How do I combine the butter and sugar?
Cream together softened butter and packed light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How should eggs be added to the batter?
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
What type of oats are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls specifically for quick-cooking oats.
How should the bananas be prepared?
The bananas should be ripe and diced before being gently folded into the batter.
How long do the blondie bars need to bake?
Bake them for approximately 25 minutes.
How can I tell if the bars are finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the bars are done.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
The recipe makes approximately 18 squares.
What are the ingredients for the praline caramel icing?
The icing consists of butter, dark brown sugar, milk, and sifted confectioners' sugar.
How long should the icing mixture boil?
Boil the butter and dark brown sugar for 1 minute, then add milk and boil for 1 additional minute.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 237 calories.
How much fat is in one blondie bar?
There are 10 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
Each bar contains 38 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each square?
Each square provides 3 grams of protein.
Is the confectioners' sugar prepared in a specific way?
Yes, the confectioners' sugar should be sifted before being added to the glaze.
When should the glaze be applied?
The glaze should be poured over the bars while it is still warm, but the bars themselves should be cooled.
Are pecans a mandatory ingredient?
No, chopped pecans are optional and used as a topping for the icing.
When should I add the pecans?
Quickly sprinkle the pecans over the warm icing before it has a chance to set.
What kind of brown sugar is used for the bars?
Light brown sugar is used for the blondie base.
What kind of brown sugar is used for the icing?
Dark brown sugar is used to create the rich praline flavor in the icing.
Can I overmix the batter?
No, you should mix the flour only until combined and gently fold in the bananas to avoid overworking the batter.
How should the bars be cooled?
Once removed from the oven, place the pan on a wire rack to cool.
How do I ensure the glaze is smooth?
Stir the mixture vigorously after adding the sifted confectioners' sugar.
What is the texture of the bananas in the bars?
The bananas are diced, adding moisture and flavor to the chewy oat base.
What makes the glaze a 'praline' style?
The combination of dark brown sugar, butter, and pecans creates the classic praline flavor profile.
Should the bars be cut while warm?
No, allow the bars and the glaze to cool completely before cutting them into squares.