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Easy Banana Bread Brownies

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Got some bananas turning brown so tried this banana brownie thing. Mixed em up with normal stuff like flour and sugar. Topped with this amazing brown butter frosting while still warm and oh my god so good! Added some chocolate chips cause why not. House smelled amazing while they baked. My neighbor came over just to see what I was making. Made a big pan but they didnt last two days. Perfect for breakfast or when you want something sweet.
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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:11:24 GMT
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Turn ripe bananas into tasty brownies. Made with Greek yogurt for extra moisture and topped with brown butter glaze.

Why Make These Brownies

Mix banana bread taste with brownie texture. Add nuts or chocolate if you like. Good for snacks or parties. Easy to make ahead and freeze.

Ingredients

  • Sugar: Regular white sugar
  • Greek Yogurt: Or sour cream
  • Butter: Softened
  • Eggs: Large ones
  • Bananas: Ripe ones
  • Vanilla: For flavor
  • Flour: Regular white flour
  • Baking Soda: Helps rise
  • Salt: Pinch

For glaze:

  • Butter
  • Powdered sugar
  • Vanilla
  • Milk

Instructions

Heat Oven:
Set to 375°F. Grease 9x13 pan.
Mix Wet:
Beat sugar and butter. Add yogurt and eggs. Mix in bananas and vanilla.
Add Dry:
Stir in flour, baking soda, salt. Don't overmix.
Bake:
Pour in pan. Bake 23-28 minutes until done.
Make Glaze:
Brown butter in pan. Mix with sugar, vanilla, milk until smooth.
Finish:
Pour warm glaze on warm brownies. Spread even.
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What Makes Them Good

Greek yogurt keeps them moist. Brown butter glaze adds rich flavor. Good for snacks or dessert. Easy to make and always taste fresh.

Baking Tips

Use very ripe bananas - brown spots mean more sweet. Mix butter and sugar until fluffy. Don't overmix flour. Watch glaze carefully - it burns fast.

Change It Up

Add nuts for crunch. Try chocolate chips. Use cream cheese frosting instead of glaze. Cut sugar and butter for lighter version.

Storage Tips

Keep in fridge 2 days covered. Freeze up to 3 months. Wrap well in plastic and foil. Let thaw before eating.

Nutrition Facts

254 calories each piece. Has protein from yogurt, potassium from bananas. Good mix of carbs, protein, and fats.

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Two stacked banana brownies topped with a glazed frosting, placed on a piece of parchment paper with bananas in the background. | lastminrecipes.com

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use frozen bananas?
  • Thaw first
  • Drain liquid
  • Mash well
  • Same amount
  • Still works great
  • Might be wetter
→ No Greek yogurt - now what?
  • Regular yogurt
  • Sour cream
  • Same amount
  • Plain only
  • Not flavored
  • Not low fat
→ How to tell they're done?
  • Stick with toothpick
  • Should come clean
  • Few crumbs ok
  • Not wet batter
  • Edges pull from pan
  • Top springs back
→ Can I make them gluten-free?
  • Use GF flour mix
  • Same amount
  • Add xanthan gum
  • Might be drier
  • Watch bake time
  • Cool longer
→ Do they freeze?
  • Cool first
  • Wrap well
  • 3 months max
  • Thaw in fridge
  • Warm to eat
  • Frosting might change

Conclusion

Try banana nut muffins for breakfast or chocolate banana cake for dessert. Both use ripe bananas too.

Banana Bread Brownies

Quick banana brownies everyone loves

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
25 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes
By: Mina

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 16 Servings (-)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1-1/2 cups sugar.
02 1 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream).
03 1/2 cup soft butter.
04 2 eggs.
05 3-4 ripe bananas, mashed.
06 2 tsp vanilla.
07 2 cups flour.
08 1 tsp baking soda.
09 3/4 tsp salt.
10 4 Tbsp butter.
11 2 cups powdered sugar.
12 1 tsp vanilla.
13 1-2 Tbsp milk.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan.

Step 02

Mix sugar and butter until fluffy.

Step 03

Beat in the yogurt and eggs.

Step 04

Mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla.

Step 05

Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until wet. Add nuts if desired.

Step 06

Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Step 07

Bake for 23-28 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Step 08

Heat butter in a pan until it is light brown.

Step 09

Remove from heat quickly to avoid burning. Mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.

Step 10

Pour frosting onto warm bars and spread with a spoon.

Notes

  1. Add nuts if you want.
  2. Chocolate chips work too.
  3. Try cream cheese frosting.
  4. Can use less sugar.
  5. Good for 2 days in fridge.
  6. Freezes for 3 months.

Tools You'll Need

  • Big bowl.
  • 9x13 pan.
  • Cooking spray.
  • Pan.
  • Whisk.
  • Spoon.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Gluten.
  • Dairy.
  • Eggs.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 254
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 39 g
  • Protein: 4 g