Detailed Directions and Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Prepare the Banana Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas until smooth.
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
Add sugar, melted butter, an egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Step 5: Incorporate Chocolate Chips
Fold in chocolate chips to the batter for added sweetness and richness.
Step 6: Transfer to Baking Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Step 7: Bake the Brownies
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Storage Recommendations
Store the banana bread brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Flavor Variations
Feel free to add nuts or use different types of chocolate chips (like dark or white chocolate) for a unique twist.
Substitutions
You can replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
Ripeness of Bananas
Using very ripe bananas will yield a sweeter and more flavorful brownie.
