Description
These Banana Bread Brownies combine the best of both worlds: the rich, moist texture of banana bread with the indulgent sweetness of brownies, topped with a smooth, buttery frosting. A perfect treat for banana lovers!
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 2 eggs
- 3 bananas, mashed
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 13 x 9 inch baking pan thoroughly to ensure the brownies don’t stick. -
Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This step is key for a soft and moist texture! -
Add the Bananas and Vanilla:
Fold in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract, adding that unmistakable banana bread flavor. -
Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:
Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Blend for about a minute to ensure all the ingredients are evenly combined. -
Add the Walnuts (Optional):
Stir in the chopped walnuts for extra crunch. If you prefer no nuts, feel free to skip this step. -
Bake:
Spread the batter evenly in your prepared pan. Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. -
Prepare the Frosting:
While the brownies are cooling, heat the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until it reaches a medium brown color. Watch carefully to avoid burning. -
Finish the Frosting:
Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar, adding the milk little by little until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract. -
Frost and Cool:
Pour the frosting over the warm (but not hot) brownies and spread evenly. Allow the banana bread brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the walnuts before adding them to the batter.
- Make sure to allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing to prevent the frosting from melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg