Description
Banana Blondies are a moist, chewy dessert combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich flavors of brown sugar and warm spices. Easy to make with pantry staples and no mixer required, these blondies offer a comforting treat perfect for dessert, breakfast, or snacks. Customize with nuts, chocolate chips, or spices for variety and enjoy a soft, flavorful, and satisfying baked good.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (with brown spots for sweetness and moisture)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger (for spiced variation)
- 1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water, for vegan option)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal and clean edges.
- Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth but still slightly chunky to maintain texture.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir well until the mixture is fully combined and glossy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the blondies tender.
- Add Optional Mix-ins: Fold in any desired nuts, chocolate chips, or spices evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the blondies to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before lifting them out and slicing to maintain shape and texture.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moistness.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough blondies; mix until ingredients are just combined.
- Start checking for doneness around 25 minutes as ovens vary.
- Add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts at the end and fold gently.
- Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and neat squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (1/9 of recipe)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg