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Moist Banana Bread Blondies

Moist Banana Bread Blondies for a Deliciously Chewy Treat

Moist Banana Bread Blondies are a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, offering a chewy texture that's irresistibly delicious.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 54 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Very ripe, spotty for maximum sweetness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramel flavor and moisture
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional, enhances flavors
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for leavening
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Optional, can substitute with nuts or dried fruits
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream Complements warm blondies
  • 1 cup Coffee Enhances flavors

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the mashed ripe bananas, egg, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Blend for another 1-2 minutes until well combined.
  4. Sift in the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix gently using a spatula until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly without overmixing.
  6. Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish and pour the batter in, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for 30-34 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These blondies are chewy and can be customized with nuts or spices for added flavor. Perfect for using up overripe bananas.

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