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A slice of moist Banana Bread Brownies Made Easy, topped with fluffy cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Banana Bread Brownies Made Easy

This recipe combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the rich texture of brownies, offering a simple and delightful dessert for busy home bakers. It's perfect for using up ripe bananas and creating a treat that's sure to be a hit.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 505

Ingredients
  

Brownies
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 0.5 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3-4 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
Frosting
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup milk or half and half
  • 1 cinnamon, for sprinkling

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Large bowl
  • Medium skillet
  • Stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the sugar and softened butter until well combined. Add the sour cream, eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is lightly browned.
  5. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  6. To make the frosting, melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring gently, until it becomes foamy and turns a light brown color. Watch it closely to prevent burning, then immediately remove from heat and pour into a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer.
  7. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the melted butter. Mix to combine. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the milk until you achieve a smooth and creamy frosting consistency.
  8. Beat the frosting on high speed for 3-5 minutes until it becomes light and fluffy. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Sprinkle with cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 12gCalories: 505kcalCarbohydrates: 79gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 401mgPotassium: 179mgFiber: 1gSugar: 59gVitamin A: 659IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store frosted banana brownies covered or in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To freeze, place the frosted bars in the freezer for a couple of hours until firm, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Unwrap and thaw at room temperature before serving.

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