Banana Bread Brownies With Brown Butter Icing
Banana bread and brownies are two well-loved desserts, but have you ever thought about combining the two? The result is a deliciously moist and rich banana bread brownie that is sure to please your taste buds. And to take it up a notch, we’ll be topping it off with a brown butter icing that will make this dessert truly unforgettable.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar until well combined. Add in the egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Add in the baking soda, salt, all-purpose flour, and cocoa powder, stirring until the batter is well combined. Fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the brownies cool completely before icing.
To make the brown butter icing, melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the butter is golden brown and smells nutty. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the brown butter, powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and heavy cream until the icing is smooth and creamy.
Spread the brown butter icing over the cooled brownies and sprinkle with the remaining chocolate chips. Serve and enjoy!
Conclusion:
Banana bread brownies with brown butter icing are a unique and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether it's a family gathering or a potluck with friends, this dessert is sure to impress. With its moist and chocolatey brownie base and rich brown butter icing, it's a dessert that your taste buds won't forget anytime soon. Give this recipe a try and see just how delicious the combination of banana bread and brownies can be!
