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Banana Bread Brownies

Deliciously Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies for Sweet Bliss

These Banana Bread Brownies are a delicious solution to overripe bananas, offering a moist and fudgy treat everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3-4 pieces Ripe Bananas Use overripe for best results
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 pieces Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1/4 cup Milk Almond milk for lactose-free option
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Dark or white varieties
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances banana flavor
For Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can replace with coconut oil for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash 3-4 ripe bananas in a bowl, then add melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, whisking until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder, then fold into the banana mixture until just combined.
  4. Gently add milk and chocolate chips to the batter, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface to ensure even baking.
  6. Combine brown sugar and cinnamon for topping, sprinkle over batter, and dot with pieces of butter.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick for moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, then slice into squares.

Nutrition

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

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best results, avoid overmixing to keep texture fudgy, and consider various add-ins for a twist.

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