Chocolate Banana Nut Brownies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these decadent Chocolate Banana Nut Brownies—an irresistible fusion of rich chocolate, naturally sweet banana, and crunchy walnuts or pecans. Perfectly fudgy with a moist texture, these brownies strike the perfect balance between classic chocolate flavor and the subtle sweetness of ripe banana. Made with a combination of cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a hint of vanilla, every bite is pure bliss. The easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep, making it ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top for an indulgent finish, and enjoy these crowd-pleasing treats as a dessert or midday snack. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on their own, these banana nut brownies are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 large Ripe banana
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans
- 0.25 cup Optional: Extra chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
Pour the melted butter and chocolate mixture into the banana mixture. Stir until incorporated.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and stir gently to distribute evenly.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. If desired, sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake).
Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.6 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.3 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 996 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 450.8 g | 164% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.9 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 297.7 g | ||
| Protein | 57.6 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 2105 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
