Banana Bread Brownies
These Banana Bread Brownies combine the soft flavor of ripe bananas with rich chocolate for a moist, tender treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup overripe mashed bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9 x 9 x 2-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in the flour and salt until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- In a separate bowl, mash the overripe bananas and mix in baking powder.
- Combine half of the brownie batter with the banana mixture.
- Mix cocoa powder and chocolate chips into the remaining brownie batter until fully incorporated.
- Layer half of the brownie batter in the prepared pan, then pour the banana mixture over it. Top with spoonfuls of the remaining brownie batter.
- Swirl the mixtures together gently with a knife, then sprinkle with additional chocolate chips.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.
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Notes
Enjoy your delicious banana bread brownies as a snack or dessert!