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Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies (Blondie Bars)

A dense, fudgy treat combining the flavor of banana bread with the texture of a brownie.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups ripe mashed bananas about 3 large
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts optional

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash bananas in a large bowl until smooth and free of large lumps.
  3. Whisk in the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is glossy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out and cutting into 12 squares.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for the best moisture and sweetness. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.