Banana Bread Brownies
Fudgy, flavorful, and frosted to perfection, Banana Bread Brownies are the ultimate mash-up of two classic treats.
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 280kcal
Equipment
- Jelly Roll Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup butter, softened
- 2 units eggs
- 1.75 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 to 4 bananas)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the Brown Butter Frosting
- 0.5 cup butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease and flour a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan.
- In a large bowl, beat together sugar, sour cream, butter, and eggs until creamy.
- Blend in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until combined. Fold in walnuts if using.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the bars bake, prepare the frosting. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to brown. Remove from heat.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to the browned butter. Whisk until smooth and spreadable.
- Spread frosting over warm bars. Let cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for best flavor. Greek yogurt can substitute sour cream. Frost while warm for a smooth spread. Store leftovers covered at room temp or refrigerated.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Fat: 13g