Description
These moist and fudgy Banana Brownies combine the rich flavors of unsweetened chocolate and cocoa with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Perfectly tender and loaded with chocolate chips or walnuts, these brownies offer a delicious twist on the classic treat, ideal for dessert or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup neutral flavored oil (canola, vegetable, avocado)
- 6 oz unsweetened chocolate (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 whole large egg
- 1 mashed banana (approximately 1/3 cup)
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup + 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350º F (175º C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted unsweetened chocolate and neutral flavored oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add in the granulated sugar, whole egg, and mashed banana, mixing thoroughly until the egg is fully incorporated and the batter is uniform.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt gently. Mix just until the flour is blended into the batter; avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
- Fold in add-ins: Carefully fold in chocolate chips or chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter, enhancing texture and flavor.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick or tester inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Cut into squares and serve for a rich, chocolaty, and banana-infused dessert.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or omit nuts entirely for a nut-free version.
- Ensure the unsweetened chocolate is fully melted and smooth before mixing.
- Do not overbake to keep brownies fudgy rather than dry.
- Parchment paper lining helps in clean removal and easy slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana brownies, chocolate brownies, fudgy brownies, banana dessert, chocolate chips, walnut brownies, easy brownies recipe
