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Banana Bread Brownies with Brown Butter Frosting

Banana Bread Brownies with Brown Butter Frosting Bliss

Delight in these Banana Bread Brownies with Brown Butter Frosting—an irresistible, quick treat for dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Sugar can be reduced for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened; margarine may be used as an alternative
  • 2 large Eggs flax eggs or applesauce can be used for egg-free versions
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas should be very ripe for maximum flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla for best results
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness for proper rise
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt can be reduced in low-sodium diets
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts optional for added crunch; can be replaced with chocolate chips
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup Milk nut milk can be used for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Brown Butter be careful not to burn it while browning

Equipment

  • 15x10-inch jelly roll pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your 15x10-inch jelly roll pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar, sour cream, softened butter, and eggs until creamy and well-combined (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Gently stir in the ripe mashed bananas and vanilla extract until fully integrated.
  4. Mix in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until just blended; fold in walnuts if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden at the edges.
  6. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty (5-7 minutes).
  7. Whisk in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spread the frosting generously over the freshly baked brownies and let them cool in the pan.
  9. Once cooled, slice the brownies into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your bananas are very ripe for the best results. Avoid overbaking for chewy brownies. Frosting consistency can be adjusted by adding milk gradually.

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