Description
Indulgent banana bread brownies blend classic comfort with rich chocolate decadence, creating a dessert that promises pure delight. Moist banana-infused layers nestled between fudgy brownie textures invite you to savor each memorable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients and Add-ins:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and coating a 9×9 inch pan with a thin layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- Create a smooth base by whisking melted butter with sugar until well combined, then incorporate eggs and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to create a consistent mixture.
- Separately sift together flour, baking soda, and salt, ensuring no lumps remain in the dry ingredients.
- Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a uniform batter forms without overmixing.
- Incorporate mashed bananas, sour cream, and chopped walnuts into the batter, distributing ingredients evenly with gentle folding motions.
- Transfer the complete batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it smoothly and ensuring an even surface for consistent baking.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean with minimal crumbs.
- Remove from oven and allow the banana bread brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares for serving.
Notes
- Overripe bananas work best, as they provide more natural sweetness and intense banana flavor for the brownies.
- Consider toasting walnuts before adding them to enhance their nutty taste and create a deeper, more complex flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free flour blend to make the recipe accessible to those with dietary restrictions.
- To prevent dense brownies, avoid overmixing the batter and gently fold ingredients until just combined, which helps maintain a light and tender texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 224 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg