Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or a potato masher.
- Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition until fully integrated into the mixture.
- In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined without overmixing.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips and nuts to the batter for added texture and flavor.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly in the pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the baking pan from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before cutting into squares.
Last Step:
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Ensure the bananas are ripe for optimal sweetness and flavor.
Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg