Best Banana Brownies Recipe – Moist, Rich & Flavorful
Rich, moist brownies with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a deep chocolate flavor. A delicious twist on banana bread and classic brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9–12 brownies 1x
Ingredients
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2 ripe bananas, mashed
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar (optional)
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
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¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
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In a bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk melted butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla.
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Stir in mashed bananas.
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Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Stir until just combined.
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Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
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Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 28–34 minutes, until the center is set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
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Cool before slicing. Chill for cleaner cuts.
Notes
Use overripe bananas for best flavor. Store at room temperature up to 3 days or refrigerate for 1 week. Freeze for up to 2 months.