Frosted Banana Bars

1/2 cup butter; softened

1 1/2 cup sugar

2 eggs

1 cup sour cream (8 oz)

1 tsp. vanilla extract

2 cups flour

1 tsp. baking soda

1/4 tsp. salt

2 medium ripe bananas (mashed to equal 1 cup)

Frosting:

8 0z cream cheese; soften

1/2 cup butter; soften

2 tsp. vanilla extract

3 3/4 cup powdered sugar

chopped walnuts (optional)

-In a mixing bowl combine the butter and sugar.

-Add the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla and blend.

-Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt and slowly stir it into mixture.

-Add the bananas and mix all together until well blended.

-Spread mixture into a greased baking dish.

-Bake for 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick is inserted in the center and comes out clean.

-For the frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla in a mixing bowl. Gradually beat in enough powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency.

-Frost bars when they have cooled slightly.

-Add chopped walnuts (optional)