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Banana Bread Brownies

Melty Banana Bread Brownies You'll Crave Every Time

These Banana Bread Brownies combine the flavors of banana bread and fudgy brownies, topped with a brown butter frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Enhances flavor depth
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted for brownies
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the mixture
  • 3-4 large Ripe Bananas Super ripe for maximum flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Essential for flavor
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Foundation for brownies
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check for freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Butter (for frosting) Brown for nutty flavor
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Whisk until smooth
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for frosting) Adds depth
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk Adjust for consistency
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts For added crunch

Equipment

  • 15x10 inch jelly roll pan
  • mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the pan by greasing and flouring a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine wet ingredients in a large mixing bowl: sugar, sour cream, melted butter, and eggs until smooth, then stir in mashed bananas and vanilla.
  3. Sift in flour, baking soda, and salt. Fold until combined, adding walnuts if desired.
  4. Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and set.
  5. Make the frosting by browning butter in a saucepan, then whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
  6. Spread warm frosting over baked brownies, cool for 10-15 minutes, then slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for 5 days. Brownies freeze well for up to 2 months.

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