Banana Blondies with Cinnamon Brown Butter Frosting

Name: Banana Blondies with Cinnamon Brown Butter Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 serving
Ingredients: 2 banana; 3/4 cup Greek yogurt; 2 Tbsp canola oil; 1/4 cup brown sugar sweetener; 2 Tbsp almond milk; 1 Tbsp vanilla extract; 1.25 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup protein powder; 1.5 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp baking soda; Pinch salt; 8 oz. cream cheese; 2 Tbsp butter; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup confectioners sweetener

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
12
Calories
159 kcal
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
International

Banana Blondies with Cinnamon Brown Butter Frosting

Heidi Hunt

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Banana Blondies with Cinnamon Brown Butter Frosting combines ripe bananas and Greek yogurt with a mix of flour and protein powder to create moist, tender blondies. The frosting, made from brown butter and cream cheese with cinnamon, adds a rich, spiced layer that complements the subtle sweetness of the banana base. The blondies bake to a soft center with slightly gooey texture when a toothpick comes out mostly clean, making them suited for a moist dessert or snack option with a cinnamon-infused creamy topping.

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Banana Blondies with Cinnamon Brown Butter Frosting are made by blending ripe bananas and plain Greek yogurt with oil, brown sugar sweetener, almond milk, and vanilla to form a moist batter. The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt, which ensures a balanced rise and texture. The blondies bake at a moderate temperature until set but still slightly gooey inside for a rich mouthfeel.

The frosting is prepared separately by browning unsalted butter to develop a nutty flavor, then combining it with softened cream cheese, cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, and confectioners’ sweetener, which produces a creamy, fragrant topping. After cooling the blondies, the frosting is spread over the top for a layered, spiced finish that contrasts the moist blondie base.

This recipe yields a sweet treat with a balance of banana sweetness accented by cinnamon and brown butter nuances, suitable for serving as a dessert or afternoon snack. The slight gooey center texture and protein powder addition add depth, making these blondies distinct from simple banana breads.

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Ingredients

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Banana Blondies

2 banana the riper the better!, medium, 200g
3/4 cup Greek yogurt plain, nonfat, 170g
2 Tbsp canola oil or other oil of choice, 30g
1/4 cup brown sugar sweetener I used Swerve, 48g
2 Tbsp almond milk or milk of choice, unsweetened, 30g
1 Tbsp vanilla extract
1.25 cup all-purpose flour 150g
1/4 cup protein powder I used PEScience, vanilla, 31g
1.5 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
Pinch salt

Cinnamon Brown Butter Frosting

8 oz. cream cheese 1/3 less fat, 226g
2 Tbsp butter unsalted, 28g
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract pure
1/2 cup confectioners sweetener I used Swerve, 72g

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For the Banana Blondies:

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
In a medium-sized bowl, add the flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; stir to combine.
In a large bowl, add the bananas and mash them well. Then add the yogurt, oil, brown sugar, milk and vanilla. Using a hand or stand mixer, mix to combine. Add the dry ingredients and mix again until incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a toothpick inserted in the center should still be slightly gooey (for a more moist texture!)
Let cool to room temperature before adding frosting.

For the Brown Butter Frosting:

While the blondies are baking, make the brown sugar frosting.
Start by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Once melted, the butter will begin to foam. Keep stirring occasionally. After 5-8 minutes, the butter will begin browning– you’ll notice lightly browned specks begin to form at the bottom of the pan and it will have a nutty aroma. Once browned, remove from heat, and pour into a heat-proof bowl. Refrigerate until solid.
In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter together on high speed until smooth.
Add the cinnamon, salt, vanilla and confectioners sugar. Beat on low speed for 1 minute or until everything is combined well.
Once blondies have cooled, evenly cover the top with frosting. Cover and store in the fridge until ready to serve. Best if let sit overnight!