Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Banana Bread Brownies topped with luscious brown butter frosting. This easy-to-follow recipe brings together the classic essence of banana bread and the richness of brownies, creating a moist and satisfying treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet, these brownies will impress everyone with their delicious taste and inviting aroma. Enjoy them warm, share them with friends, or savor them as a quick breakfast on-the-go. With the option to customize with your favorite add-ins, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 3–4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Additional butter and powdered sugar for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and eggs; beat until creamy.
- Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt; fold into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently mix in chopped walnuts if desired.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, prepare frosting by browning additional butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Frost warm brownies before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (63g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg