Banana Bread Brownies Recipe
A rich and fudgy Banana Bread Brownies Recipe combining moist banana bread flavour with decadent chocolate brownie texture — perfect for dessert, snacks, or weekend baking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 240 g very ripe bananas, mashed (about 2 large bananas)
- 4 oz 115 g bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped (or use cocoa variation)
- 6 tbsp 85 g unsalted butter, melted (or 1/3 cup neutral oil)
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 3/4 cup 150 g granulated sugar (or 1/2 cup sugar + 1/4 cup brown sugar)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup 95 g all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder (if using chopped chocolate)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Optional mix-ins: 1/2 cup nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.
Melt Chocolate & Butter:
- In a heatproof bowl, melt chopped chocolate with butter over simmering water (or microwave in short bursts). Cool slightly.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a bowl, mash bananas. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until combined. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder (if using), baking powder, and salt.
Fold Together:
- Add dry ingredients to the wet in two parts, folding gently until just combined. Do not over mix. Fold in optional mix-ins.
Bake:
- Spread batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool & Slice:
- Cool completely on a rack (or chill for cleaner slicing). Lift out using the parchment overhang, and cut into 9 squares.
Notes
- Tips:
• Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and flavour.
• For extra fudginess, under bake slightly and cool fully before slicing.
• Warm knife under hot water between cuts helps clean slices. - Storage:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate up to 5 days. Freeze individually wrapped squares for up to 3 months. - Variations:
• Swirled: Add chocolate or caramel swirl.
• Vegan: Use flax eggs and dairy-free chocolate.
• Nutty: Add toasted walnuts or pecans.