Brownie Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of two beloved treats: brownies and banana bread. Here’s a simple recipe to make this delicious dessert:
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra chocolatey goodness)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Add the beaten egg, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If desired, fold in the chocolate chips into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the Brownie Banana Bread, and enjoy the delicious combination of chocolatey brownie and moist banana bread flavors!
This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweetness from the bananas and richness from the chocolate, making it a fantastic treat for any occasion. Enjoy!
