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Banana Bread Brownies

Irresistible Banana Bread Brownies You Won't Want to Share

Try these Banana Bread Brownies for a delightful fusion of rich brownie texture and tender banana essence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use heavily speckled or brown for optimal sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can replace with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Balances the cocoa's bitterness.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be swapped.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Essential for deep chocolatey flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Can substitute with chocolate chips.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Creates a creamy base.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Gives smooth consistency.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Adjusts thickness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates taste.

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pan.
  2. Mash ripe bananas in a mixing bowl and then stir in sour cream and vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and eggs until light and fluffy.
  4. Fold the banana mixture into the dry ingredients, gradually adding flour and walnuts.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes; check with a toothpick for doneness.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the frosting by beating butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth, then frost the brownies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or walnuts. Allow brownies to cool before frosting for best results.

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