Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with these Chunky Monkey Brownies—a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and sweet, ripe bananas. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to sophisticated parties, these fudgy brownies are guaranteed to please everyone. The chewy texture, complemented by melty chocolate chips, creates a truly irresistible treat. Plus, they’re an excellent way to use those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. Grab your mixing bowl and get ready to bake!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus ¼ cup for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened butter, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the flour and mashed banana; mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and sprinkle the extra chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For best results, use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing after adding flour to ensure soft and chewy brownies. Allowing brownies to cool thoroughly helps maintain their shape when sliced.