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Banana Bread Brownies Recipe

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Delightfully fudgy Banana Bread Brownies blending the rich chocolate flavor of classic brownies with the moist texture and natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Perfect for a unique twist on traditional brownies, these treats feature a swirled combination of banana batter and chocolate brownie batter topped with extra chocolate chips for an indulgent finish.

  • Total Time: 55-60 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup over-ripe mashed bananas (about 2 medium bananas)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Chocolate

  • ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare baking pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9 x 9 x 2-inch square baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  2. Mix butter and sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric hand mixer or a whisk to cream together ¾ cup unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar and ½ cup brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in 3 large eggs one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons of vanilla bean paste, mixing thoroughly after each addition to create a cohesive batter.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: Stir in ¾ cup all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon salt into the wet mixture just until combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain tenderness.
  5. Prepare banana mixture: In a separate medium bowl, mash 1 cup of over-ripe bananas and sprinkle ½ teaspoon baking powder over them, stirring to blend evenly.
  6. Mix half batter with bananas: Add half of the previously prepared batter into the banana mixture and gently stir until fully incorporated; set this banana-batter blend aside.
  7. Create chocolate batter: To the remaining half of the batter, add ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder and ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips, stirring until the chocolate is well distributed.
  8. Assemble the layers: Spoon dollops of about half of the chocolate batter unevenly into the lined pan; it doesn’t need to cover the entire bottom. Pour the banana batter evenly over the chocolate batter, then drop spoonfuls of the remaining chocolate batter on top.
  9. Swirl and top: Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the banana and chocolate mixtures together to create a marbled effect. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of semisweet chocolate chips on top for added texture and flavor.
  10. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares for serving.

Notes

  • Use over-ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to maintain a tender texture.
  • Allow the brownies to cool fully before slicing to prevent crumbling.
  • You can substitute vanilla bean paste with pure vanilla extract if unavailable.
  • For a nuttier variation, add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter before baking.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/banana-bread-brownies-recipe/