Imagine the cozy warmth of banana bread meets the fudgy richness of a classic brownie—and you’ve got these Banana Bread Brownies. Moist, deeply chocolatey, and swirled with ripe banana sweetness, they’re studded with walnuts (optional) and finished with a crackly top that’s pure indulgence.
With just one bowl and 10 minutes of prep, this recipe transforms overripe bananas into a dessert that satisfies two cravings at once—perfect for brunch, lunchbox treats, or an after-dinner sweet.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🍌 Uses up overripe bananas (no waste!)
🍫 Fudgy brownie + spiced banana bread in one
⏱️ 10 minutes prep, 30 minutes bake
💛 One bowl = easy cleanup
💸 Costs under $6—makes 16 squares
Ingredients You’ll Need
½ cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional but recommended)
½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
💡 Pro Tips:
Bananas should be spotty or black—the sweeter, the better!
Don’t overmix—stir just until combined for fudgy texture.
Line your pan with parchment for clean, easy removal.
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