Banana-Walnut Butterscotch Bars

By Baked by an Introvert
Total Time
1 Hr, 5 Mins
Serves
9
Meal
Snack
Course
Desserts

DESCRIPTION

This delicious dessert features a walnut crust and filling for a wonderful toasted nut flavor complemented with fresh bananas and cream.

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
45 Mins
Total Time
1 Hr, 5 Mins
Calories
370
Total Fat
23
Polyunsaturated Fat
8
Cholesterol
62
Sodium
138
Carbohydrates
36
Dietary Fiber
3
Protein
5

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1/2 cup California walnuts, chopped
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, cold, cut into pieces

Filling

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup California walnuts, chopped

Topping

  • 2 bananas, large, firm-ripe
  • 1 cup whipped cream, freshly made (start with 1/2 cup whipping cream)

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9-inch square tart pan with removable rim with cooking spray.
  2. Combine walnuts, both flours and granulated sugar in food processor. Whirl until walnuts are finely ground. Add butter and pulse until evenly mixed. Firmly pat mixture into tart pan. With a fork, prick bottom in several places to prevent puffing. Bake 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Meanwhile, melt butter in microwave in a medium-size microwave-safe bowl. Stir in brown sugar, eggs, vanilla and salt. Add walnuts.
  4. Pour walnut mixture over baked crust. Return to oven and bake additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch. Cool completely.
  5. Finish by slicing bananas 1/4-inch thick and arranging in an even layer on top of tart. Spread whipped cream over bananas. Refrigerate until serving or up to 24 hours. Cut into 9 pieces and serve.