Banana Bread Brownies Recipe

Introduction

Banana Bread Brownies are the perfect combination of two beloved treats—banana bread and brownies. This dessert is moist, decadent, and full of flavor, thanks to ripe bananas that add natural sweetness and moisture to the batter. Topped with a luscious brown butter frosting, these brownies are a wonderful hybrid of two classic recipes that will have you coming back for seconds. Ideal for any occasion, they’re sure to impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

For the Brownies:

• 2 eggs
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

For the Frosting:

• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 13 x 9 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, beat together sugar, sour cream, butter, and eggs until creamy.
3. Blend in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
4. Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Blend for 1 minute. Stir in chopped walnuts.
5. Spread batter evenly into the greased pan. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Allow brownies to cool slightly until warm (but not hot) before frosting.

For the Frosting:

1. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat until it turns a medium brown color. Watch carefully.
2. Remove from heat, whisk in powdered sugar, adding milk gradually to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency. Stir in vanilla.
3. Pour frosting over warm banana bread brownies and smooth with a spatula.
4. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Additional Information

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Calories: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings

Conclusion

These Banana Bread Brownies are an indulgent treat that will satisfy both your banana bread cravings and your brownie desires. They are easy to make, with the rich banana flavor balanced by the sweet and creamy frosting. Perfect for any gathering or as a sweet treat for yourself, they are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.