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Banana Blondies

Irresistibly Soft Banana Blondies: Your New Favorite Treat

These Banana Blondies are a quick, customizable dessert that transforms overripe bananas into a delightful treat everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter, melted Substitute with coconut oil or applesauce for a healthier twist.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar, packed White sugar can be used, but the taste will vary.
  • 1 Large Egg For a vegan option, use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water).
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Using fresh vanilla beans or vanilla bean paste will elevate the recipe.
  • 2 Ripe Bananas, mashed (or 3 for stronger flavor) Very ripe bananas with brown spots are preferred.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free options, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for the best results.
  • ¼ teaspoon Baking Soda Check freshness to prevent flat blondies.
  • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice; can be omitted or replaced with nutmeg.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt It's crucial for a well-rounded taste.
Optional Mix-ins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips Feel free to explore dried fruits or toffee bits as well.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Banana Blondies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until blended, then stir in the mashed bananas.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined, then add any optional mix-ins.
  6. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Let cool on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal texture, do not overmix the batter and ensure bananas are very ripe.

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