Banana Bread Brownies: Decadent Comfort You Can’t Resist
Indulge in the delightful fusion of Banana Bread and Brownies with this decadent recipe that promises rich chocolatey goodness combined with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. These moist and fudgy Banana Bread Brownies are perfect for sharing at family gatherings or savoring as a late-night treat. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, even novice bakers can create these irresistible desserts. The unique blend of flavors makes them suitable for any occasion, whether enjoyed warm with a scoop of ice cream or chilled on their own. Elevate your dessert game and try these Banana Bread Brownies today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (or chocolate chips)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add sour cream, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla to the mashed bananas; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and walnuts; fold into wet ingredients gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before frosting with a mixture of powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg