Freshly baked banana brownies in a square pan, cut into 16 pieces, with chocolate chips and banana slices on a wooden table.

The Best Banana Brownie Recipe (Super Easy & Kid-Friendly!)

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🌟 Quick Recipe Overview

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Baking Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Difficulty Level: Easy peasy!
  • Servings: 16 brownies

Why you’ll love this recipe: Turn those spotty bananas into chocolatey magic! These brownies are super moist, packed with banana flavor, and so fudgy you won’t believe they’re healthier than regular brownies.

Close-up of a single banana brownie topped with chocolate chips and chocolate drizzle, served on a white plate with a ripe banana in the background.

What You’ll Need

Kitchen Tools

  • 8×8 inch baking pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork for mashing bananas
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 2 very ripe bananas (the spottier, the better!)
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Ingredients for banana brownies including ripe bananas, cocoa powder, flour, eggs, butter, sugar, and vanilla extract arranged on a wooden countertop.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Get Ready to Bake

  1. Turn your oven on to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Line your baking pan with parchment paper
  3. Grab all your ingredients and put them on the counter

2. Mix Your Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl, mash your bananas until they’re super smooth
  2. Add melted butter and sugar – mix well
  3. Crack in your eggs and add vanilla
  4. Stir until everything is combined

3. Add the Dry Ingredients

  1. Pour in flour, cocoa powder, and salt
  2. Mix until just combined – don’t overmix!
  3. The batter should look thick and chocolatey

4. Bake to Perfection

  1. Pour the batter into your lined pan
  2. Smooth the top with your spatula
  3. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs

Cool Tips for Success

  • Banana Tip: Super ripe bananas make the best brownies – wait until they’re really spotty!
  • Mixing Magic: Stop mixing as soon as you can’t see any more flour. Too much mixing makes tough brownies!
  • Check Early: Start checking your brownies at 25 minutes. Every oven is different!
  • Cool Down: Let your brownies cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting – they’ll be easier to slice!

Make It Your Own

Try these fun mix-ins (add 1/2 cup of any of these):

  • Chocolate chips
  • Chopped nuts
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Peanut butter chips

Storage Tips

  • Counter Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Fridge Storage: Will stay fresh for up to a week
  • Freezer Fun: Wrap individual pieces in foil and freeze for up to 3 months

Pro Tip: Cut your brownies with a plastic knife for super clean edges – it works like magic!

“These brownies are the perfect way to save bananas from going to waste. Plus, they’re so good, no one will guess they’re made with fruit!”

Remember: Baking is fun, but always have a grown-up help with the oven and hot pans. Happy baking!

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