Indulging in a delicious Banana Brownie Recipe is a fantastic way to combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, chocolatey goodness of brownies. These fudgy banana brownies are not just easy to make, but they also offer a unique twist on traditional brownies, making them a delightful banana dessert recipe that everyone will love. Perfect as a quick dessert idea for gatherings or an everyday treat, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk them together until they are well mixed.
In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until everything is well combined and smooth.
Pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
If desired, fold in chocolate chips and nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
Once baked, remove from the oven and let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares.
