banana squares
A banana squares cake that freezes well — perfect as a coffee-time snack.
Ingredients
eggs (separated)
2
shortening
2/3 cup
sugar
1-1/2 cups
mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)
1 cup
all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups
baking soda
1 teaspoon
sour milk (see editor's note)
1/4 cup
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon
chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup
Whipped cream and sliced bananas (optional)
Instructions
1
Step 1
In a small mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; set aside.
2
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add egg yolks; mix well. Add bananas.
3
Step 3
Combine flour and baking soda; alternately add to batter and sour milk, stirring after each addition. Add vanilla.
4
Step 4
Fold in egg whites. Stir in nuts if desired.
5
Step 5
Pour into a greased 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
6
Step 6
If desired, top with a dollop of whipped cream and banana slices.
