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Banana Bread Brownies

Ultimate Banana Bread Brownies with Dreamy Brown Butter Frosting

Indulge in these Banana Bread Brownies topped with creamy brown butter frosting for a delightful, comforting treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Consider brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Softened for better mixing.
  • ½ cup sour cream Greek yogurt works as a substitute.
  • 2 eggs Essential for binding.
  • 2 medium ripe bananas Mashed; use overripe for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Always fresh.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup brown butter Brown over medium heat until fragrant.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Adjust for sweetness preference.
  • splash milk Almond milk is a good dairy-free option.
Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts Pecans can be substituted.
  • ½ cup chocolate chips Fold into batter before baking.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, softened butter, and sour cream. Beat until creamy. Add mashed bananas and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Optional: Fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  6. For the frosting, melt unsalted butter in a saucepan until golden brown. Whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  7. Spread the brown butter frosting over warm brownies. Cool completely before slicing.
  8. Serve and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For a colder version, store in the fridge for up to a week.

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