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Banana Bread Brownies

Irresistible Banana Bread Brownies You’ll Love to Bake

These Banana Bread Brownies combine fudgy chocolate with sweet banana for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 3 medium Mashed Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and slightly cooled.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can mix in granulated sugar for extra sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure at room temperature for better blending.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Acts as the main structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder For gentle rising and softness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Aids in fluffiness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional; adjust based on preference.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans Optional; can skip for nut-free version.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Bread Brownies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth, leaving a few small lumps for flavor.
  3. Add melted butter, light brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Sift in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold into wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour brownie batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let brownies cool in the pan for at least 10-15 minutes before lifting out using parchment paper.
  7. Once cooled, cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge.

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