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Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies Recipe

Fudgy Banana Bread Brownies Recipe
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Delight in these rich and fudgy Banana Bread Brownies, combining the moistness of ripe bananas with the deep, intense flavor of dark chocolate. Perfectly balanced sweetness with a dense yet tender crumb, these brownies are an irresistible treat for chocolate and banana lovers alike.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 150g unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2 large, very ripe bananas (about 250g mashed)
  • 200g caster sugar
  • 2 large free-range eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate

  • 150g dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), roughly chopped
  • 100g chocolate chips or chopped walnuts (optional)

Dry Ingredients

  • 125g plain flour
  • 30g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preparation is Key: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C Fan/Gas Mark 4). Grease an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) square baking tin and line it with baking parchment, leaving some overhang for easy removal of the brownies.
  2. Melt the Chocolate and Butter: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, gently melt the cubed butter and chopped dark chocolate, stirring until smooth and glossy. Alternatively, use a microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until almost smooth, allowing a few small lumps to enhance texture.
  4. Combine the Wet Ingredients: Add caster sugar to the mashed bananas and whisk until well combined. Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually stir in the cooled chocolate and butter mixture until fully incorporated.
  5. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: Sift together plain flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt over the wet mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the batter with a spatula, mixing only until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  6. Add Your Extras: If using, fold in chocolate chips or chopped walnuts now, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set and slightly pulling away from the tin but the center remains slightly soft to touch.
  8. The All-Important Cooling Stage: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the tin before lifting out using the parchment overhang. Avoid cutting while warm to ensure neat, fudgy squares that hold together well.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to maintain a tender texture.
  • Allow the brownies to cool fully to achieve perfect fudginess and easy cutting.
  • Optional chocolate chips or walnuts add lovely texture and extra flavor.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For gluten-free version, substitute plain flour with a gluten-free all-purpose blend.

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