Banana Blondies
Banana blondies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, offering a soft, chewy texture infused with the sweet aroma of ripe bananas. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor from caramelized bananas and rich brown sugar, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfectly golden and gooey, these blondies are not only easy to make but also sure to impress friends and family. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for a comforting dessert that brings joy to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in a medium bowl until fully liquefied.
- Mash the bananas in another bowl until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Stir in mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg