Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert for Banana Lovers Recipe
These Banana Bread Brownies combine the moist, sweet flavors of ripe bananas with the rich, chocolatey goodness of classic brownies. Featuring a fudgy brownie base enriched with mashed bananas and an optional crumb topping for added texture, this delicious dessert is perfect for banana lovers craving a decadent treat. Simple to prepare and baked to perfection, these brownies offer a delightful twist on traditional banana bread and chocolate brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies (8x8-inch pan, cut into 16 squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Brownie Base:
- 2 ripe bananas (the riper, the better for sweetness)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
For the Optional Crumb Topping:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- A pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies after baking.
- Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth, leaving a few small lumps for texture. Ripe bananas will mash easily using a fork or potato masher.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir thoroughly until all wet ingredients are well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Gradually add the dry mixture to the banana mixture in batches, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and producing dense brownies.
- Add Chocolate Chips (Optional): Fold in the chocolate chips to enhance the richness and gooey texture of the brownies.
- Prepare the Crumb Topping (Optional): In a small bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and cold cubed butter using a fork or pastry cutter until small crumbs form. Optionally, add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor. Sprinkle this crumb topping evenly over the brownie batter.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface evenly with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating the brownies are set but still soft inside.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Using very ripe bananas enhances the natural sweetness and moisture in the brownies.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the brownies tender and fudgy.
- The chocolate chips and crumb topping are optional but add extra indulgence and texture.
- Allowing the brownies to cool slightly before cutting helps achieve cleaner slices.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
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