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Banana Bread Blondies

Moist Banana Bread Blondies to Brighten Your Day

Delightful Banana Bread Blondies blend classic banana bread with fudgy texture, making for a versatile dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Swap for nutmeg if preferred.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Brown for deeper flavor.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg works as a vegan substitute.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Used for the frosting.
For the Brown Butter Frosting
  • 1/4 cup Brown Butter Enhances frosting flavor.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sifting helps mix evenly.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Use to adjust frosting consistency.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Melt unsalted butter and mix it with the mashed bananas, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and salt until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Once cooled, cut into squares and enjoy or frost with brown butter frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These blondies can be adapted with mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts to match your preferences. Enjoy a guilt-free treat with natural sweetness from ripe bananas!

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