Banana bread brownies combine the delicious flavors of banana bread with the fudgy texture of brownies. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans), chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter. Stir in the granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the banana mixture, and mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If using any optional add-ins, gently fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow the banana bread brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan. Cut into squares and serve.
These banana bread brownies are moist, flavorful, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or even for breakfast!