These Banana Bread Brownies are a delicious fusion of banana bread and brownies! With a soft and dense texture, they make the perfect treat for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. The ripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, making them irresistible.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Banana Flavor: The mashed banana gives the brownies a rich flavor and keeps them moist.
- Quick & Easy: With just a few simple ingredients and 35 minutes, you’ll have delicious banana bread brownies.
- Versatile: Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a comforting dessert.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
Directions:
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, stir together melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until smooth.
Step 4: Add the Banana
- Fold in the mashed ripe banana until evenly distributed in the batter.
Step 5: Bake
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
- Let the banana bread brownies cool in the pan before cutting them into squares and serving.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Tips:
- Overripe Bananas: The browner your bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread brownies will be.
- Add-ins: Feel free to stir in chocolate chips, walnuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor and texture.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate them for longer freshness.
Conclusion:
These Banana Bread Brownies are a perfect treat for banana lovers, combining the best of banana bread and brownies into one easy, tasty dessert. Enjoy them warm with a glass of milk or as a quick snack on the go!
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Banana Bread Brownies
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
Description
These Banana Bread Brownies are the perfect blend of banana bread and brownies! With a soft, moist texture and rich banana flavor, they make for an irresistible treat. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, stir melted butter and sugar together. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until smooth.
- Gently fold in the mashed banana.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
- You can add chocolate chips, walnuts, or other mix-ins if desired.
- For a deeper banana flavor, use very ripe bananas.
- Make sure to not overbake to keep the brownies soft and moist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes