Banana Brownies

Banana brownies are fudgy and incredibly moist brownies. They are full of chocolate goodness and banana flavour. This is the best recipe to make when you have leftover bananas.

These thick brownies are a combination of banana bread and fudgy brownies.

The texture is a little different than regular brownies due to the bananas added – but the flavour and softness that the bananas brings truly makes these brownies so good!

If you're looking to use up some leftover bananas you've got laying around but you don't want to make banana bread for the millionth time, this is the recipe for you.

For more brownie recipes, try Condensed Milk Brownies, Fudgy Oreo Brownies, and Black Forest Cheesecake Brownies.

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Why this recipe works

Fudgy brownies - These brownies are incredibly moist and fudgy!

Ripe bananas - Use up any leftover bananas you have laying around!

Twist on banana bread - These brownies have a hint of banana flavour and are a great twist on the classic banana bread!

Easy - One bowl, no mixer required!

Key Ingredients

Scroll to view a few ingredients notes. Full recipe and measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

Butter – Unsalted butter works best. This will be melted.

Bananas - Ripe bananas provide a hint of banana flavour and great moisture.

Dark cocoa powder – Using a dark cocoa powder brings that contrast and strong chocolate flavour. You can also use unsweetened cocoa powder.

Eggs - Remove 2 hours before baking.

White Sugar - Very important to use white sugar in this recipe! It adds a texture and helps to bring some sweetness.

Step by Step Instructions

Here is how to make and bake this Banana Brownies. You will need an 8×8 square pan lined with parchment paper, a large mixing bowl, a spatula, and a whisk.

Step 1 - Prep the pan. Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper. Set aside.

Step 2 - Whisk wet ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the melted butter with white sugar. Add in banana, and whisk, Then add in the eggs and vanilla and continue whisking. There will be some clumps of banana, this is normal.

Step 3 - Whisk dry ingredients. Add flour, dark cocoa powder, salt into the bowl. Fold until a soft batter forms and no dry streaks appear.

Step 4 - Add in chocolate chips. Mix in the chocolate chips.

Step 5 - Pour and bake. Spread the brownies into your prepared pan and spread evenly. The batter will have lumps due to the banana, this is normal. Bake until a toothpick comes out with a few damp crumbs.

Expert Baking Tips

Here are a few baking tips from my kitchen to yours

• If the cocoa powder is lumpy, sift it beforehand.
• Wait until brownies are almost completely cooled before slicing. I waited 2 hours. As the brownies cool, they continue to bake and won't fall apart.
• Store the banana brownies in the fridge at all times.
• Freeze the brownies for up to 3 months in an airtight container or individually wrapped. Thaw in the fridge before consuming.

FAQ

Can I use regular unsweetened cocoa powder?

Absolutely! I just like the contrast and dark chocolate flavour the dark cocoa gives.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, use a 9x13 pan. The baking time will be shorter, begin checking in on them after 28 minutes.

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