Description
These Banana Brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate flavor and banana goodness. A delicious twist on classic brownies, perfect for using up ripe bananas and satisfying your chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium ripe banana, mashed (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- Stir in the mashed banana until fully incorporated.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top looks set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use a ripe banana for maximum flavor and sweetness.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the brownies fudgy.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- These brownies can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
