Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of banana bread and brownies with a rich brown butter frosting. These moist and flavorful treats are perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Brownies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Brown Butter Frosting:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the sour cream, eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- Make the brown butter frosting: Melt the butter in a saucepan until golden brown, then let cool slightly. In a mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk. Beat until smooth and fluffy, adding more milk as needed for spreadable consistency.
- Frost and serve: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled banana brownies. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for best flavor and natural sweetness.
- The frosting sets slightly as it cools, so spread quickly.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
