Banana Blondies: 7 Simple Banana Dessert Recipes to Love
If you’re on the hunt for a delicious way to use up overripe bananas, look no further than these delightful Banana Blondies. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a chewy, sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of ripe bananas, brown sugar, and vanilla creates a flavor that will have your family and friends coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well before folding in the mashed bananas.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently combine the dry ingredients with the banana mixture until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow to cool for about 15–20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (50g)
- Calories: 208
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 23mg