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Banana Bread Brownies Recipe 🍌🍫
Introduction
Banana Bread Brownies are a magical hybrid — the comforting, moist tenderness of banana bread combined with the rich, indulgent flavor of brownies. This dessert is perfect for anyone who can’t decide between fruit-based comfort food and fudgy decadence. Ideal for breakfast treats, coffee companions, or post-dinner indulgence, they’re a great way to use up ripe bananas and make something that feels both homely and gourmet.
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread Bars:
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½–2 cups)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Brownie Glaze (for extra indulgence):
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven
- Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the base batter
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugar, sour cream, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients
- Beat in the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine dry ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Bring it together
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined (do not overmix).
- Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare glaze (optional)
- In a saucepan, melt butter, then stir in milk. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Finish and serve
- Pour glaze over the warm bars, spread evenly, and allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Methods
- Creaming Method: Used for blending butter and sugar to create a fluffy base.
- Folding: Prevents overworking the flour, keeping the texture soft.
- Glazing: While optional, this step adds a rich, sweet finish that makes the bars extra indulgent.
History
Banana bread’s origin traces back to the 1930s in the United States when housewives began incorporating baking soda and baking powder into recipes, and using overripe bananas rather than discarding them. The idea of combining banana bread with brownie-style texture emerged much later as bakers experimented with dessert hybrids. Banana Bread Brownies are a modern comfort treat — a testament to how classic recipes can evolve into new favorites.
Benefits
- Reduces food waste by using overripe bananas.
- Moist and nutrient-rich thanks to bananas and sour cream.
- Energy boost from natural fruit sugars and carbohydrates.
- Crowd-pleaser that works for both casual gatherings and special occasions.
Formation
- Bake in a rectangular pan for neat brownie-style squares.
- For a layered look, swirl in chocolate or peanut butter before baking.
- Can be made in muffin tins for portable portions.
Nutrition (per serving, without glaze) (approx.)
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Sugar: 19 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
Conclusion
Banana Bread Brownies are proof that you can merge two beloved desserts into one irresistible creation. They offer the warmth and nostalgia of banana bread with the indulgence of brownies, making them a versatile recipe for all occasions.
Lovers ❤️
Perfect for:
- Banana bread enthusiasts craving something new.
- Brownie lovers wanting a lighter twist.
- Coffee drinkers in need of a sweet companion.
- Home bakers who want a quick, rewarding dessert.
If you want, I can also give you a chocolate swirl version of these Banana Bread Brownies so they’re even more decadent. That would make them look like something straight out of a bakery display. Would you like me to prepare that next?