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Banana Bread Brownies

Irresistibly Moist Banana Bread Brownies You’ll Love

These Banana Bread Brownies combine the sweetness of bananas with rich butteriness, creating an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 2-3 bananas Ripe Bananas The riper, the better—look for deep yellow with brown spots.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melted; can substitute with salted butter, reducing any added salt.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Balances sweetness and keeps brownies moist.
  • 2 large Eggs Best if at room temperature for optimal mixing.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Can be swapped with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Needs precise measurement to avoid dry results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Provides lift for lighter texture.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Essential for a rounded flavor.
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Optional; can be omitted for a nut-free version.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • fork or potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas until smooth in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add melted butter, sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla to the mashed bananas and whisk until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, then gently combine with the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in optional walnuts or other mix-ins into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before frosting.
  8. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender texture. Store in an airtight container to keep moist.

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