Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves

Banana Bread Brownies are the ultimate treat for banana lovers. After making them countless times, I’ve perfected the recipe to give you a moist, fudgy brownie with a hint of banana bread. The trick I discovered is using ripe bananas for the best flavor. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fresh Dinner Ideas That Support a Healthy Lifestyle and Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie.

What You'll Need for Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Optional: Chocolate chips
• Optional: Walnuts
• Optional: Pecans

How to Make Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with the melted butter until smooth.
3. Step 3: Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix well until combined.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Step 6: Fold in any optional toppings like chocolate chips or nuts.
7. Step 7: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Step 8: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Step 9: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Storing & Reheating Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the batter ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Freezing Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a swirl of peanut butter or cream cheese frosting.
• Best substitution: Substitute the butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
• Make-ahead: Bake the brownies ahead of time and store them in the freezer. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
• Troubleshooting: If the brownies are not cooking in the center, cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil and continue baking.

Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

25-30 mins

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Total

35-40 mins

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Serves

9 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Seasonings

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Optional Toppings

• Chocolate chips
• Walnuts
• Pecans

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with the melted butter until smooth.
3. Step 3: Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix well until combined.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Step 6: Fold in any optional toppings like chocolate chips or nuts.
7. Step 7: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Step 8: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Step 9: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a swirl of peanut butter or cream cheese frosting.
• Best substitution: Substitute the butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
• Make-ahead: Bake the brownies ahead of time and store them in the freezer. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
• Troubleshooting: If the brownies are not cooking in the center, cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil and continue baking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the batter ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 11g
• Carbs: 36g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 22g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!