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Banana Bread Brownies

Decadent Banana Bread Brownies: A Perfect Sweet Escape

Delightful fusion of banana bread and brownies, these Banana Bread Brownies satisfy cravings while accommodating dietary needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas overripe for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter can use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1/4 cup Milk almond milk for lactose-free
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips optional, dark or white
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (for topping)
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup Nuts chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter for nutty flavor
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut optional

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl, then stir in melted butter. Add granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Gradually fold into the banana mixture until combined.
  4. Gently fold in the milk and chocolate chips to the batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  6. Mix together brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the batter and dot with butter pieces.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and don’t overmix to maintain a fudgy texture.

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