Description
Rich banana bread brownies blend creamy banana flavors with indulgent chocolate notes, creating a moist dessert that melts in your mouth. Comfort and sweetness merge in this irresistible treat you’ll savor down to the last delicious crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
Binding and Flavoring Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 grams) softened butter
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup (60 grams) chopped walnuts
Frosting Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 grams) browned butter
- 4 cups (480 grams) confectioners’ sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) milk (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 15×10-inch (38×25-centimeter) jelly roll pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing and dusting with flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar, sour cream, softened unsalted butter, and eggs until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Incorporate mashed ripe bananas and pure vanilla extract into the creamy mixture, blending thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until completely combined and free of lumps.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to create a smooth, consistent batter without overmixing.
- Carefully fold chopped walnuts into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface, creating a uniform layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the brownies bake, prepare the frosting by melting unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until it turns a rich, golden brown color with a nutty aroma.
- Remove the browned butter from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Once the brownies are removed from the oven, allow them to cool slightly but still remain warm, then generously pour the frosting over the top.
- Use a spatula to spread the frosting evenly, ensuring complete coverage of the brownie surface.
- Let the frosted brownies cool completely in the pan, allowing the icing to set and firm up.
- Cut the cooled brownies into square pieces of desired size and serve as a delightful dessert or afternoon treat.
Notes
- Capture the essence of comfort with these banana-infused brownies that blend classic dessert techniques into one irresistible treat.
- Walnuts add unexpected crunch and nutty depth, transforming ordinary brownies into a memorable homemade experience.
- Browning butter beforehand releases rich, caramel-like undertones that elevate the entire dessert’s flavor profile dramatically.
- Creamy frosting transforms these brownies from simple baked good to elegant sweet indulgence, creating a professional bakery-style finish.
- Cool completely before cutting to ensure clean edges and prevent frosting from sliding off, maintaining perfect presentation and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 151 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg