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Banana Bread Brownies

Deliciously Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies You'll Love

Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies are a delightful combo of moist banana bread and rich brownies that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 2 large ripe bananas Very ripe for maximum sweetness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Pack tightly when measuring
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted
  • 2 large eggs Check for shell fragments
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Sift to avoid lumps
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use for chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda For rising
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Optional
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Walnuts or pecans
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar For dusting
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon For added aroma

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Rubber spatula
  • Mixing fork or potato masher
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Mix in granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until creamy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until fluffy and combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly.
  9. Bake for about 25 minutes. Do a toothpick test for doneness.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid over-mixing the batter.

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