Banana Bread Brownies – The Perfect Blend of Banana and Chocolate
These Banana Bread Brownies combine moist, banana-infused bread with rich brownie goodness. Perfect for dessert or a sweet snack!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mash bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter; mix well.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until incorporated.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into banana mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Add extra mashed bananas for more flavor, reducing butter slightly to maintain texture.
- Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days at room temperature or 1 week in fridge.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature, optionally with ice cream.