Description
Delightful banana bread brownies merge classic comfort with decadent chocolate for an irresistible dessert. Rich layers of banana-infused brownie promise a luxurious experience that satisfies sweet cravings with pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113 g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsps pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (60 g) walnuts (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113 g) unsalted butter
- 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsps pure vanilla extract
- 3 tbsps milk
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F (190°C) and thoroughly coat a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
- Create a creamy base by whisking sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and eggs using an electric mixer until smooth and fully integrated.
- Gently fold mashed bananas and vanilla extract into the wet mixture, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Gradually sift flour, baking soda, and salt into the wet ingredients, mixing until a uniform batter forms without flour streaks.
- Incorporate chopped walnuts throughout the batter, stirring carefully to maintain an even texture.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, spreading it evenly and creating a smooth surface.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating perfect doneness.
- For the frosting, brown butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it develops a rich, nutty color.
- Remove browned butter from heat and gradually whisk in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, creating a smooth consistency.
- Blend milk and vanilla extract into the frosting, stirring until completely smooth and glossy.
- Once brownies have cooled slightly, generously pour and spread frosting across the entire surface.
- Allow brownies to cool completely, enabling the frosting to set properly before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy the rich, banana-infused brownies with their decadent brown butter frosting.
Notes
- Brown butter adds a deep, nutty complexity to the frosting, elevating the traditional banana bread flavor profile with rich caramelized notes.
- Experiment with different nuts like pecans or almonds for varied texture and complementary taste, tailoring the recipe to personal preferences.
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture, as their intense flavor contributes significantly to the brownie’s overall depth and softness.
- Consider reducing sugar by 1/4 cup and adding a dash of cinnamon for a more nuanced, less sweet dessert that highlights the natural banana sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 349
- Sugar: 44 g
- Sodium: 261 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg