Banana Bread Brownies
A delightful treat that combines the soft, moist texture of banana bread with the rich, chocolaty goodness of brownies.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your brownies will be.
- 1/2 cup melted butter Provides essential fat for energy.
- 1 cup sugar Sweetens the brownies.
- 1 piece egg A great source of protein.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps the brownies rise.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Main structure.
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder Provides rich chocolate flavor.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Add a delightful chocolate surprise.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas well until smooth.
- Pour in the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until combined.
- Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- Add the baking soda and salt to the bowl, then gently mix in the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan, then cut them into bars.
Notes
These brownies can be served alone or with ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh fruits. They can also be stored at room temperature, refrigerated, or frozen for longer preservation.