Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies
These Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies combine the delightful flavors of ripe bananas with rich chocolate, creating a decadent dessert that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper, the better for sweetness.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional for an extra chocolatey flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter until smooth.
- Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- If using, fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
Serve warm with ice cream, nuts, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.