Description
Whip up these Easy Banana Bread Brownies! Ripe bananas, melted butter, and a quick whisk create a moist, comforting homemade treat. Simple steps and full nutrition info included.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly with a fork until mostly smooth. Add the melted butter, large egg, vanilla bean paste, and granulated sugar, then whisk everything together until well combined.
- Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and baking soda until there are no lumps and the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture. Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few small lumps are perfectly fine and help keep the brownies tender.
- Step 5: Pour the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it to the edges. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs clinging to it, but no wet batter.
- Step 6: Allow the banana bread brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares and serving. This helps them set properly and achieve a fudgier texture.
Notes
- To keep your brownies wonderfully fudgy, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- A quick 10-15 second zap in the microwave will bring back that fresh-baked warmth and softness, making them irresistible all over again.
- These brownies are delightful on their own, but truly shine when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel for an extra indulgent treat.
- Don't rush the cooling process; letting the brownies completely cool in the pan on a wire rack is key to achieving that perfectly fudgy, set texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 230
- Sodium: 195mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.0g
- Protein: 20g