Description
A delightful dessert that combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the indulgence of brownies, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 4 ripe bananas (mashed, about 2 cups)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (60 g) chopped walnuts (optional)
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 4 cups (480 g) powdered sugar
- 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 3 tablespoons milk (more if needed for spreading)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Cream together the granulated sugar, sour cream, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Melt the butter for frosting in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown.
- Whisk in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled brownies.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
These brownies keep well for several days in an airtight container, but they’re best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg