Fudgy Banana Brownies
These fudgy banana brownies are rich and moist, combining ripe bananas with chocolate for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas 2 ripe bananas The riper the better!
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free blend.
- 1/3 cup 1/3 cup cocoa powder Use unsweetened cocoa powder.
- 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup chocolate chips Dark chocolate is recommended for health benefits.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Mix in the melted butter.
- Stir in the brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, and then the vanilla extract, mixing well.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
To store, place in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for about a week or freeze for up to 3 months.