Detailed Directions and Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9 inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
Mash the Bananas
In a large mixing bowl, mash overripe bananas until smooth.
Add Sugar and Eggs
Stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar into the mashed bananas. Next, add the eggs, mixing until well combined.
Incorporate Vanilla
Mix in the vanilla extract with the banana mixture until fully blended.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; small lumps are okay.
Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
Pour into Baking Dish
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake the Brownies
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool Before Serving
Once finished, remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
Ripeness of Bananas
Using overripe bananas enhances the flavor and sweetness of the brownies.
Storage Instructions
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Variations
Consider adding nuts or swapping chocolate chips for other mix-ins such as dried fruit or coconut for a different flavor profile.
Serving Suggestions
These banana bread brownies can be enjoyed plain or with a scoop of ice cream for added indulgence.
