Banana Blondies
Indulge in the delightful taste of banana blondies, a soft and chewy dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with hints of vanilla. Perfect for using up overripe bananas, these blondies offer a comforting treat that’s satisfying without being overly rich. Whether enjoyed solo or shared with friends, each square promises a moment of joy that feels like a warm hug.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 16 blondies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Mix in the melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg