Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves
Banana bread brownies combine the best of both worlds: the moist, banana-infused cake of banana bread and the fudgy, chocolatey richness of brownies. After making these many times, I’ve perfected the recipe to give you the most irresistible banana bread brownies. The trick I discovered is using overripe bananas for the best flavor. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Sushi Bake and Blackberry Muffins.
Why This Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves Is Pure Comfort
- A perfect blend of banana bread and fudgy brownies
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Better than takeout and freezer-friendly
- Great for satisfying your sweet tooth
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
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Chocolate syrup
- Optional: Sliced bananas
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Bananas: Use overripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Chocolate chips: You can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips, depending on your preference.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Mash bananas: Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Cream butter and sugar: Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix dry ingredients into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overmixing the batter. This can result in tough brownies. Mix just until combined.
- Pro tip: For extra gooey brownies, underbake them slightly. Just be careful not to burn them.
- Pro tip: Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Storing & Reheating Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Make-ahead tip: You can make the batter ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator 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 refrigerator before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Using overripe bananas adds extra flavor and moisture to the brownies.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the bananas with applesauce for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: These brownies can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to 3 months.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking pan for a larger batch.
- Troubleshooting: If your brownies are not cooking in the center, try covering the pan with aluminum foil and continuing to bake.
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Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate syrup
- Sliced bananas
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Mash bananas: Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Cream butter and sugar: Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix dry ingredients into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: Using overripe bananas adds extra flavor and moisture to the brownies.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the bananas with applesauce for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: These brownies can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to 3 months.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking pan for a larger batch.
- Troubleshooting: If your brownies are not cooking in the center, try covering the pan with aluminum foil and continuing to bake.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Make ahead: You can make the batter ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Banana Bread Brownies: A Sweet Twist Every Banana Lover Craves FAQs
Yes, you can make the batter ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. You can also bake the brownies ahead of time and freeze them for up to 3 months.
Overmixing the batter or overbaking the brownies can result in dry brownies. Be sure to mix the batter just until combined and check the brownies for doneness at the minimum baking time.
Yes, you can use frozen bananas. Just be sure to thaw them completely before using.
No, this recipe is not suitable for the air fryer. It's best to bake these brownies in the oven.
Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
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!
