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Banana Bread Brownies

Banana Bread Brownies: Irresistibly Moist & Sweet Delights

Transform overripe bananas into delicious Banana Bread Brownies. Moist, fudgy, and customizable treats perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar for added flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Or Plain Greek Yogurt; adds moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; reduce salt if using salted butter.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature preferred.
  • 2-3 medium Ripe Bananas Very ripe with brown spots.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Always use pure for best taste.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Carefully measured.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balance sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Optional, for added crunch.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melt until golden brown.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract High quality preferred.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Milk For desired consistency.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it with butter or non-stick spray and lightly dusting it with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, mash 2-3 very ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add granulated sugar, sour cream, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. If using, fold in chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Let the brownies cool in the pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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