Banana Bread Brownies
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Banana Bread Brownies
Description
This recipe transforms a classic brownie by adding ripe mashed bananas and sour cream, which contribute moisture and depth of flavor reminiscent of banana bread. The batter is prepared by creaming sugar and butter, then blending in the sour cream, eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract. Dry ingredients including flour, baking soda, and salt are combined and folded in to create the batter.
The batter is baked in a greased or parchment-lined 9x13 pan at 375°F for 35-40 minutes until the top is lightly browned and a toothpick comes out clean. After cooling completely, the brownies are frosted with a cinnamon-flavored frosting made by browning butter, mixing in powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk, then beating until fluffy. This frosting adds richness and a subtle spice that complements the banana flavors.
The resulting bars have a soft but structured texture and a balance of sweet banana and buttery frosting. They can be served as a snack, dessert, or for gatherings.
The recipe suggests ways to ripen bananas faster and offers storage tips: frosted brownies keep up to five days at room temperature in an airtight container and can be frozen for up to three months.
Ingredients
Brownies
- 1½ cups sugar
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 egg large
- 3-4 banana mashed, ripe
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Frosting
- ½ cup butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk or half and half
- cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease or line with parchment a 9x13 baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar and butter. Add the sour cream, eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla, and blend until smooth. Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, and mix to combine.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake 35-40 minutes, until the brownies are lightly browned on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
- Add the butter to a medium skillet. Melt the butter over medium-low heat, stirring gently, until foamy. Watch carefully for the butter to turn a light brown color, then remove from heat and immediately pour the butter into a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla to the bowl, and mix to combine. With the mixer on low speed, add the milk to form a smooth and creamy frosting. Beat on high speed for 3-5 minutes, until light and fluffy. Spread the frosting over the cooled brownies, then sprinkle with cinnamon.
Notes
- To ripen bananas quickly, refer to guides or methods that speed up the process.
- Store frosted banana bread brownies covered at room temperature for up to five days to maintain freshness.
- If freezing, chill the frosted brownies first to set the frosting, then wrap well in plastic and foil; frozen brownies keep for up to three months.
- Thaw frozen brownies fully before serving for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 505 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 12g | |
| Calories | 505kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 79g | 26% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 401mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 179mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 59g | 118% |
| Vitamin A | 659IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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