Banana Blondies: 7 Simple Banana Dessert Recipes to Love
If you’re in search of a quick and delightful dessert, these Banana Blondies: 7 Simple Banana Dessert Recipes to Love are a must-try! Made with ripe bananas, rich brown sugar, and just the right amount of vanilla, these chewy treats are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family movie night or a casual get-together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed (or 3 for stronger banana flavor)
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional mix-ins: ½ cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well before incorporating mashed bananas.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Add any optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
- Spread batter into a prepared baking pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow to cool for 15–20 minutes before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg