If you love banana bread and soft, moist cake, these Banana Bread Brownies are the perfect dessert to try! They combine the sweet flavor of ripe bananas with a tender, cake-like texture and a rich, creamy brown butter frosting.
Despite their name, these brownies are softer and fluffier than traditional chocolate brownies. They’re baked in a rectangular dish, making them easy to cut into squares and share with family and friends.
The best part? This recipe is an excellent way to use up overripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter. The bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, while the sour cream helps keep every bite soft and tender.
Serve these delicious banana brownies as an afternoon treat, a dessert after dinner, or a sweet addition to your next family gathering.
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread Brownies
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Brown Butter Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3–4 tablespoons milk
- A pinch of salt, optional
Step-by-Step Instructions
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