Banana Bread Brownies: Decadent Comfort You Can’t Resist
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Banana Bread Brownies: Decadent Comfort You Can’t Resist. These fudgy brownies combine the rich taste of chocolate and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying a quiet coffee break at home, or looking for a sweet treat to share, these brownies are sure to impress. With an easy-to-follow recipe and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this mouthwatering dessert. Top them with frosting or enjoy them plain; the choice is yours!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (or chocolate chips)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add sour cream, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and chopped walnuts.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before frosting with a mixture of powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg