Banana Blondies
Indulge in the delightful taste of warm banana blondies that transport you back to childhood. These golden-brown squares are soft, gooey, and perfectly sweetened, making them ideal for an after-dinner treat or a cozy gathering with friends. With their rich buttery flavor and optional chocolate chips, these blondies are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re the perfect addition to any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but still slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla to the mashed bananas; mix until well combined.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg