Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Banana Bread Blondies, a moist and fudgy treat that combines the best of banana bread and blondies. This easy one-bowl recipe features ripe bananas and brown sugar, creating a sweet base that’s further elevated by a luscious brown butter frosting. Perfect for any gathering or as an everyday dessert, these blondies are sure to impress with their rich, comforting taste and easy preparation. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, and consider pairing them with ice cream or fresh fruit for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ – 2 teaspoons cinnamon, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup flour
- ½ cup mashed banana (one medium-large banana)
- ¼ cup butter (for frosting)
- 6 tablespoons light brown sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
- Dash of salt (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla (for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil, leaving an overhang, and spray it lightly with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, mix melted butter, light brown sugar, and salt until combined. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and cinnamon; mix well before folding in the mashed banana.
- Gradually add the flour and stir until the batter is smooth. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the center is set. Allow to cool completely.
- For the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan until amber-colored; add brown sugar, milk, and salt. Bring to a boil then cool slightly before whisking in vanilla and powdered sugar.
- Spread frosting over cooled blondies and slice into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg