Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert is the mash-up you never knew you needed—soft banana-bread crumbs with a crackly brownie top. Ready in 40 minutes with one bowl and pantry staples, they’re perfect for last-minute guests or lunch-box treats. If you love my the BEST fudgy brownies, you’ll flip for these. Serve warm with a cold glass of milk and watch the pan disappear.
★★★★½ 4.5 (108 reviews)
Why You'll Love Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert (Easy One-Bowl Recipe)
Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert—moist banana bread flavor in fudgy brownie form. One bowl, 40 minutes, pantry staples.
- One-bowl, beginner-friendly batter
- Uses 2 overripe bananas you forgot on the counter
- Bakes in a 9×9 pan—no fancy gear
- Kid-approved snack that freezes like a dream
Ingredients
Bananas: the blacker the better—super-sweet and moist. No bananas? Sub 1 cup applesauce.Cocoa powder: regular, not Dutch-process, keeps it fudgy. Swap 2 tbsp for cacao for deeper flavor.Flour: whole-wheat white works for a hearty twist.
- Bananas: the blacker the better—super-sweet and moist. No bananas? Sub 1 cup applesauce.
- Cocoa powder: regular, not Dutch-process, keeps it fudgy. Swap 2 tbsp for cacao for deeper flavor.
- Flour: whole-wheat white works for a hearty twist.
Full measurements are in the recipe card below.
Instructions
Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 350°F. Grease or parchment-line a 9×9-inch pan.
Mash & Mix: In a large bowl mash bananas, then whisk in melted butter, sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth.
Add Dry: Sprinkle flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg over the top. Stir just until no floury streaks remain; batter will be thick.
Expert Tips for Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert (Easy One-Bowl Recipe)
- Use a plastic knife for clean cuts—no sticking.
- Double the recipe in a 9×13 for a potluck.
- Add 1/4 tsp espresso powder to deepen chocolate notes.
Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert (Easy One-Bowl Recipe)
Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert—moist banana bread flavor in fudgy brownie form. One bowl, 40 minutes, pantry staples.
★★★★½ 4.5 (108 reviews)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium very-ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch nutmeg
Optional Toppings
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
How to Make Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert
- Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 350°F. Grease or parchment-line a 9×9-inch pan.
- Mash & Mix: In a large bowl mash bananas, then whisk in melted butter, sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Add Dry: Sprinkle flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg over the top. Stir just until no floury streaks remain; batter will be thick.
- Bake: Spread evenly in pan. Top with chocolate chips if using. Bake 22–25 min—edges pull slightly from sides and center feels set but soft. Cool 15 min in pan, then lift out and slice.
Nutrition
Calories: 165 kcal | Protein: 2 g
Storage
- Fridge: up to 3 days
- Freezer: not recommended
- Reheat: best fresh
FAQs
Can I make Banana Bread Brownies: The Ultimate Delicious Dessert ahead of time?
Yes—bake, cool, refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.
What’s the best substitute for butter?
Use melted coconut oil or neutral oil 1:1.
How do I store leftovers?
Keep in an airtight container at room temp 2 days or fridge 5 days.
Why did my brownies turn out dry?
Over-baking or too much flour. Measure flour by spoon-and-level method and pull pan when center is still soft.