Description
Whip up these banana bread brownies for a crowd-pleasing treat that blends two classic desserts into one incredible bite. Rich banana flavor meets chocolatey brownie goodness, giving your taste buds a delightful twist that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients:
- 2 ⅓ cups mashed ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Baking Essentials:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Arrange your oven rack in the center position and preheat to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring edges are covered.
- Combine 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Whisk thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Using an electric mixer, beat ½ cup softened butter with ¾ cup brown sugar and ¼ cup granulated sugar for 3-4 minutes until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
- Crack 2 large eggs into the butter mixture, incorporating one egg at a time and mixing completely between additions.
- Add 2 ⅓ cups mashed bananas and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mixture. Blend until the bananas are fully integrated.
- Gradually introduce the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing the batter.
- Fold ¼ cup sour cream into the batter, creating a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Sprinkle ½ cup chopped walnuts and ½ cup chocolate chips across the batter. Gently fold to distribute evenly.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it into an even layer with smooth edges.
- Place the pan in the preheated 350°F oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean.
- Remove the pan from the oven and set on a cooling rack. Allow the brownies to cool completely at room temperature before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the most intense flavor and natural sweetness in your brownies.
- Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature to create a smoother, more consistent batter that blends easily.
- Fold dry ingredients gently to prevent overmixing, which can make the brownies tough and dense.
- Toast the walnuts before adding them to boost their nutty flavor and create extra crunch in the brownies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Brownies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 227 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg