Banana Nut Brownies With Brown Butter Frosting
If you love bananas and chocolate, then these banana nut brownies with brown butter frosting are perfect for you! They are a delicious twist on the classic chocolate brownie, with the nutty flavor of brown butter and the sweetness of ripe bananas. These brownies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion, from a simple dessert to a special occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease an 8 inch square baking pan with butter and flour.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Remove from heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and mashed bananas until well-combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- Add the cooled brown butter and whisk until well combined.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before removing them from the pan.
- Let them cool completely before you frost them.
Brown Butter Frosting:
While the brownies are cooling, you can make the brown butter frosting.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring constantly until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown butter and vanilla extract until well-combined.
- Add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
Assembly:
Once the brownies have cooled completely, spread the brown butter frosting over the top with a spatula. You can add more chopped walnuts on top for decoration. Slice into squares and serve.
These banana nut brownies with brown butter frosting are a delicious dessert that will surely be a hit with your friends and family. They are easy to make, and the brown butter frosting adds a rich and nutty flavor that complements the banana and chocolate perfectly. Give them a try today!