Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Banana Bread Blondies, a perfect treat for any occasion. Combining the comforting taste of banana bread with the fudgy richness of blondies, these squares are incredibly moist and satisfying. Sweet brown sugar and aromatic cinnamon enhance their flavor profile, while a luscious brown butter frosting takes them to the next level. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy evening at home or sharing them at a gathering, these Banana Bread Blondies are sure to impress!

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup melted unsalted butter
1 cup light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 cup flour
½ cup mashed banana (about one medium-large banana)
1 ½ –2 teaspoons cinnamon
Brown butter frosting ingredients (additional butter, brown sugar, milk, powdered sugar)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil and spray it with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth. Fold in mashed banana.
Add flour and mix until combined without lumps. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until set in the center. Cool in the pan.
For frosting, melt additional butter in a saucepan until amber-colored. Stir in brown sugar, milk, and salt; boil briefly then cool slightly before whisking in vanilla extract and powdered sugar.
Frost cooled blondies evenly and let set before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 blondie (65g)
Calories: 242
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 99mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 24mg

Keywords: Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness. Mixing just until combined ensures a fudgy texture. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.