Best Brown Butter Banana Brownies
These fudgy brownies blend ripe bananas with nutty brown butter, creating a moist and rich chocolate-banana treat that's easy to make.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted and browned
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed use ripe for best sweetness
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8 inch baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, combine the brown butter and brown sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract, and stir until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars and serving.
Notes
Store cooled bars in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or up to 5 days in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. Tips: Use ripe bananas for best results and monitor the butter closely while browning.