Description
Indulgent banana bread brownies marry classic comfort with rich chocolate decadence, creating a mouthwatering dessert that blends two beloved treats. Creamy banana-infused batter swirled with chocolate promises a delightful experience you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Brownies
Main Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
Sugars:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Frosting Ingredients:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.3 tablespoons (34.5 milliliters) milk
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 375F (190C) and lining a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper, ensuring easy removal and even baking.
- Create a smooth base by whisking together granulated and brown sugars, sour cream, softened butter, and eggs until they form a creamy consistency. Incorporate mashed bananas and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly.
- Develop the dry mixture separately by combining flour, baking soda, and salt in a clean bowl. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, maintaining a light texture and avoiding overmixing.
- Add depth to the batter by carefully stirring in chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture for balanced flavor and crunch.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, spreading it uniformly to ensure consistent baking and attractive presentation.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown surface and checking doneness with a toothpick that should emerge clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow the baked dessert to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, enabling it to set and cool slightly before frosting.
- Craft the brown butter frosting by melting butter over medium heat until it develops a rich, golden-brown color and releases a nutty fragrance.
- Remove the browned butter from heat and let it cool momentarily. Combine with powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk, whisking until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Complete the dessert by generously spreading the brown butter frosting across the cooled banana bread brownies, creating an indulgent final layer.
- Slice into even squares and serve, enjoying the harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Brown the butter carefully to develop a rich, nutty flavor without burning, which adds depth to the frosting’s taste profile.
- Mash bananas completely smooth to ensure even distribution and prevent large banana chunks in the brownie texture.
- Choose ripe, spotty bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture, creating a more intense banana flavor in the brownies.
- Replace walnuts with alternative mix-ins like chocolate chips or pecans for different flavor variations and dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg