Banana Bread Brownies: The Perfect Combination Recipe
This Banana Bread Brownies recipe combines the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the moist, sweet flavors of banana bread for a delightful treat. Made with ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and optional chocolate chips, these brownies offer a unique twist on classic banana bread, perfect for any dessert craving or snack time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Topping (Optional)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly butter it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, then beat the mixture until well combined and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder to evenly distribute the ingredients. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Add Milk & Chips: Stir in the milk until the batter is smooth and uniform. If using, fold in the chocolate chips for an extra burst of chocolate flavor.
- Pour Batter: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to ensure even baking.
- Add Topping: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter, then dot the surface with small pieces of butter to create a sweet, caramelized topping as it bakes.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for optimal moistness.
- Cool: Let the brownies cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the texture set and makes slicing easier.
- Serve: Slice into squares and enjoy your delicious banana bread brownies as a dessert or snack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- Substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
- Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- You can skip the topping if you prefer a more classic brownie texture.
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture.
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