Banana Bread Brownies

If you love banana bread and fudgy brownies, this recipe combines the best of both worlds! These Banana Bread Brownies are soft, moist, rich with banana flavor, and topped with a luscious brown butter frosting that takes them over the top.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Super moist and tender
• Great way to use overripe bananas
• Easy one-bowl batter
• Perfect for dessert, snacks, or potlucks
• Delicious with or without frosting

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Bake Time: 25–30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings

12–16 brownies

Ingredients

For the Brownies

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Brown Butter Frosting

• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Batter

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat together sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and eggs until smooth.
5. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 2: Bake

1. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
2. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Allow the brownies to cool slightly while preparing the frosting.

Step 3: Make the Brown Butter Frosting

1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Continue cooking until the butter turns a golden brown color and develops a nutty aroma.
3. Remove from heat and let cool for 2–3 minutes.
4. Whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth and spreadable.

Step 4: Frost and Serve

1. Spread the frosting over the warm brownies.
2. Let the frosting set before slicing into squares.
3. Serve and enjoy!

Tips for Success

• Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter to keep the brownies soft.
• Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture.
• Sprinkle mini chocolate chips into the batter for a decadent twist.

Storage

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
• Freeze unfrosted brownies for up to 3 months.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

• Calories: 290
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 11g
• Sugar: 30g