Introducing Banana Bread Brownies, the ultimate hybrid dessert that combines the moist, comforting flavors of banana bread with the dense, rich texture of brownies. Topped with a silky brown butter frosting, these treats are a delightful surprise for any dessert lover. Perfect for a gathering or just a special treat at home, this recipe promises to be a new favorite.
Let the frosted brownies cool slightly before cutting into squares. This dessert is best enjoyed warm, with the frosting melting into the soft, banana-infused base, offering a cozy blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- Brownies:
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1-3/4 ripe bananas, mashed (3 or 4 bananas)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Brown Butter Frosting:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1-1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp milk
Directions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan.
- Mix the Batter:
- In a large bowl, cream together sugar, sour cream, butter, and eggs until creamy. Blend in the bananas and vanilla extract. Then, add the flour, baking soda, salt, and mix for about a minute until smooth. If you like, fold in the chopped walnuts at this stage.
- Bake:
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- While the brownies are baking, heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it boils and turns a light brown. Remove from the heat immediately.
- Whisk in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until it reaches a smooth consistency, slightly thicker than a glaze but thinner than a standard frosting.
- Frost the Brownies:
- Spread the brown butter frosting over the warm brownies as soon as they come out of the oven. The heat helps the frosting spread smoothly and soak into the top layer of the brownies, creating a deliciously gooey topping.
