Description
Indulgent banana bread brownies merge classic comfort with rich chocolate decadence, creating a perfect dessert that blends nostalgia and innovation. Sweet, moist, and irresistible, this treat delivers a delightful fusion of flavors you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread Base:
- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup melted chocolate
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and thoroughly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy, creating a rich base for the bread layer.
- Cream together softened butter and both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender texture.
- Whisk in eggs and vanilla extract into the banana mixture, blending until completely integrated and uniform.
- Gradually fold in flour, stirring gently to prevent overmixing and ensure a delicate bread consistency.
- For the brownie layer, whisk melted chocolate with vegetable oil until glossy and well combined.
- Mix cocoa powder and powdered sugar into the chocolate mixture, creating a rich, dark base.
- Incorporate the egg into the brownie batter, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and uniform.
- Sprinkle baking powder into the brownie layer and mix thoroughly.
- Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Carefully layer the chocolate brownie mixture on top of the banana bread base, creating a marbled effect with a knife.
- Scatter chocolate chips and chopped walnuts across the surface for added texture and flavor.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour.
- Dust the top with powdered sugar just before serving for a delicate, sweet finish.
Notes
- Choose overripe bananas with dark brown spots for deeper, sweeter flavor and more intense banana taste.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough, dense brownies; gently fold ingredients until just combined.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour or almond flour for a celiac-friendly version without compromising texture.
- Toast walnuts briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch to the dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg