Banana Bread Blondies
A delightful dessert blending ripe bananas and buttery goodness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 stick Unsalted Butter Melt it before adding to the mix; avoid overheating.
- 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Provides moisture and caramel flavor.
- 1 large Egg Best at room temperature; can substitute with a flax egg.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth; use to taste.
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Sift before mixing for a lighter texture.
- 1 medium Mashed Banana The riper, the better for sweetness.
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 stick Unsalted Butter Melt with brown sugar and milk.
- 1 cup Brown Sugar For frosting; combine with melted butter.
- 2 tablespoons Milk Can substitute with almond milk.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For extra flavor in frosting.
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix into melted ingredients for frosting.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
- Stir in the mashed banana and ground cinnamon, ensuring smooth consistency.
- Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the greased baking pan.
Baking
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden edges and a toothpick comes out clean.
Frosting Preparation
- While the blondies cool, melt butter with brown sugar and milk in a saucepan over low heat.
- Mix in vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth, then drizzle over cooled blondies.
Notes
Consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips; serve warm or cold.