Banana Bread Brownies

A simple, tasty treat that mixes banana bread and brownies in one pan.

introduction

This recipe makes rich, banana-flavored brownies that use ripe bananas and chocolate. If you like banana desserts, try a delicious homemade banana bread recipe for more banana ideas and tips.

why make this recipe

You get the moist banana flavor of banana bread with the cocoa and chew of brownies. It uses common ingredients and cooks fast. It is good for snacks, lunchboxes, or a quick dessert.

how to make Banana Bread Brownies

Work step by step: mash bananas, mix wet ingredients, add dry mix, fold in chips, then bake. Keep the oven at 350°F and watch the baking time so the brownies stay moist. For another simple banana dessert idea, see banana pudding for a different way to use ripe bananas.

Ingredients :

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 5/8 cup butter
• 1/4 cup milk

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a baking pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
3. Add eggs and mix well.
4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing until combined.
6. Stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
7. Fold in the chocolate chips.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
10. Allow to cool before slicing into squares and serving.

how to serve Banana Bread Brownies

Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for a simple finish. These brownies work well with coffee or milk.

how to store Banana Bread Brownies

Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze the cooled squares in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

tips to make Banana Bread Brownies

• Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture.
• Melt the butter and let it cool slightly before mixing.
• Do not overmix once you add the flour — stop when just combined.
• Check at 25 minutes and use a toothpick to avoid overbaking.
• Add nuts if you like crunch.

variation (if any)

• Add chopped walnuts or pecans for texture.
• Use half dark chocolate chips and half milk chocolate for different sweetness.
• Stir in a tablespoon of peanut butter for a nutty twist.
• Swap milk for buttermilk for a tangy touch.

FAQs

Q: Can I use less sugar?
A: Yes. You can reduce granulated sugar by 1/4 cup if you prefer less sweet. Brown sugar adds moisture, so do not cut it too much.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes. Replace the all purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.

Q: How ripe should the bananas be?
A: Use bananas with brown spots. They mash easily and give the best banana taste.

Q: Can I use oil instead of butter?
A: Yes. Use the same amount of neutral oil, but the texture will be slightly different.

Q: Do I need to chill the batter?
A: No. Pour and bake after mixing.

Conclusion

For more recipe ideas and versions of this treat, you can read Banana Bread Brownies – The Recipe Critic for a tested take and Banana Bread Brownies – A Beautiful Mess for a creative version.

Banana Bread Brownies

A delicious blend of banana bread and brownies, this treat offers a rich banana flavor enhanced with chocolate.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 12 squares

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Wet Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture.
• 2 large eggs
• 5/8 cup butter, melted Let it cool slightly before mixing.
• 1/4 cup milk Can be swapped for buttermilk for a tangy touch.
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup all purpose flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds moisture.
• 1 cup granulated sugar Can be reduced by 1/4 cup if you prefer less sweet.
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt

Add-ins

• 1 cup chocolate chips Can use half dark chocolate and half milk chocolate for different sweetness.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a baking pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
3. Add eggs and mix well.
4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing until combined.
6. Stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Baking

1. Fold in the chocolate chips.
2. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
3. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
4. Allow to cool before slicing into squares and serving.

Notes

Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for a simple finish. These brownies work well with coffee or milk. Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze the cooled squares in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.