Ingredients
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- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional topping)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional topping)
- 1 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas, then add melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Beat until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Gradually add to wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in milk and chocolate chips if using.
- Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle over batter, and dot with butter pieces.
- Bake 25–30 minutes, until toothpick comes out with a few crumbs. Cool 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
- Do not overmix batter to keep brownies tender.
- Add walnuts or swirl in peanut butter for variation.
- Store at room temperature 3–4 days or refrigerate up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian