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Banana Bread Brownies

Decadent Banana Bread Brownies You Can't Resist

These Banana Bread Brownies combine the sweetness of ripe banana and the richness of brown butter frosting into one irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a good alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use unsalted butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutes recommended.
  • 2 medium Ripe Bananas The more overripe, the better.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend can be a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Make sure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Optional, can substitute with chocolate chips.
For the Brown Butter Frosting
  • 1/4 cup Butter Use unsalted.
  • 1.5 cups Powdered Sugar Regular sugar should not be used.
  • 2 tbsp Milk Almond or soy milk works well.

Equipment

  • 15x10-inch jelly roll pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, sour cream, and melted butter and beat until creamy. Add eggs one at a time.
  3. Fold in the mashed ripe bananas and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the banana mixture, stirring until just blended.
  5. Gently fold in walnuts if using.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While baking, make the brown butter frosting by melting butter until golden brown and whisking in powdered sugar and milk.
  8. Spread frosting over warm brownies and let cool in the pan.
  9. Slice into squares once completely cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Test for doneness at 20 minutes to avoid overbaking.

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