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Banana Bread Blondies

Deliciously Moist Banana Bread Blondies You'll Love to Bake

These Banana Bread Blondies are a quick and delightful treat that transforms overripe bananas into a fudgy dessert you'll love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • 3 medium overripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup brown sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 1 large egg can be replaced with flaxseed meal and water for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup butter melted, or use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon can add nutmeg or pumpkin spice for variation
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Brown Butter Frosting (Optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/4 cup brown butter melt until browned
  • 2 tablespoons milk non-dairy milk works too

Equipment

  • 8x8 baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Bread Blondies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add brown sugar, melted butter, and egg to the mashed bananas. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and salt until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 30 minutes.
  6. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the brown butter frosting by mixing melted brown butter, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  8. Once cooled, spread the frosting over the blondies before cutting them into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Don't overmix to keep blondies dense and fudgy.

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