Chocolate Banana Brownies — Moist, chocolatey brownies ready in about 35 minutes
Short introduction
Chocolate Banana Brownies are soft, fudgy brownies made with ripe bananas. They use simple ingredients you likely have at home. The banana adds natural sweetness and keeps the brownies moist. These brownies are a quick way to use ripe bananas and satisfy a chocolate craving.
Why you’ll love it
- Easy and fast: mix in one bowl and bake in about 25 minutes.
- Uses ripe bananas so nothing goes to waste.
- No fancy tools or ingredients needed.
- Great for kids, snack time, or a simple dessert after dinner.
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how to make Chocolate Banana Brownies
Ingredients :
2 ripe bananas, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 cup sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/3 cup cocoa powder, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Directions :
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan., 2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth., 3. Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas., 4. Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined., 5. In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder., 6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the banana mixture., 7. If desired, fold in chocolate chips., 8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top., 9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean., 10. Let cool before slicing into brownies.
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Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup (115 g) melted butter
- 1 cup (200 g) sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (35 g) cocoa powder
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Substitutions & key variations
- Butter: use melted coconut oil or vegetable oil (same amount) for a dairy-free option.
- Sugar: swap brown sugar or coconut sugar for a deeper flavor.
- Flour: use 1:1 gluten-free flour for gluten-free brownies.
- Egg: replace with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water, let sit 5 minutes) for a vegan swap.
- Add-ins: nuts, chopped dried fruit, or a swirl of peanut butter make nice variations.
- More banana flavor: mash an extra small banana and reduce sugar slightly.
Step-by-step
Step 1 — Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2 — Wet mix
Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until mostly smooth. Stir the melted butter into the bananas. Add sugar, the egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Step 3 — Dry mix
In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
Step 4 — Combine
Gradually add the dry mix into the banana mixture. Stir until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if you like.
Step 5 — Bake
Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake 20–25 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.
Step 6 — Cool and slice
Let the brownies cool in the pan before slicing. Cooling helps them set and slice cleanly.
Success tips
- Temperature: bake at 350°F (175°C) for even cooking.
- Texture: aim for a fudgy center. Remove from oven when a toothpick has moist crumbs.
- Bananas: use ripe bananas with brown spots for best flavor and sweetness.
- Don’t overmix: stir until dry ingredients are just combined to keep brownies tender.
- Pan size: use a 9×9 pan. A larger pan will make thinner brownies; a smaller pan gives thicker bars.
- Check early: oven times vary. Start checking at 18 minutes.
How to serve
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle melted chocolate.
- Cut into small squares for snack packs or larger bars for dessert.
Storage & reheating
- Room temp: store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Fridge: keep in airtight container up to 5 days.
- Freeze: wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.
- Reheat: warm a slice in the microwave for 10–15 seconds or in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5–7 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use underripe bananas?
A: No. Use ripe bananas. Ripe ones are sweeter and mash easily.
Q: How do I make them vegan?
A: Use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) and replace butter with coconut oil.
Q: Can I make these in a muffin tin?
A: Yes. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12–15 minutes for brownies as muffins.
Q: Why are my brownies dry?
A: You likely overbaked them or used too much flour. Check before the full time and measure flour correctly.
Q: Can I double the recipe?
A: Yes. Use a larger pan and adjust the baking time. Check doneness earlier and later depending on depth.
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Nutrition notes / equivalents
- One brownie (if cut into 9 pieces) roughly: 220–260 kcal, depends on chocolate chips and exact ingredients.
- Use weight measures for accuracy: 1 cup flour = 125 g; 1 cup sugar = 200 g.
Conclusion
These Chocolate Banana Brownies are an easy, comforting bake that uses ripe bananas to keep the brownies moist and tasty. Try them as a quick dessert or afternoon snack. For another banana brownie idea and more inspiration, see Banana Brownies – Baran Bakery.
Links to related recipes
- Banana bread
- Classic chocolate brownies
- Banana chocolate muffins
Chocolate Banana Brownies
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas
- ½ cup melted butter (115 g)
- 1 cup sugar (200 g)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder (35 g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
- Mash the ripe bananas until smooth in a mixing bowl.
- Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the banana mixture.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing into brownies.