Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 1 3/4 cups (220g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 3/4 cup (75g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Unsalted butter, melted and cooled: 1 cup (2 sticks, 226g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 3/4 cups (350g)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Mashed ripe bananas: 1 cup (2 medium bananas, 227g)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together melted butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients alternately, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in mashed bananas.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in pan completely before cutting into squares.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Protein: 7g
Dish Characteristics:
- Fudgy and moist
- Rich chocolate flavor
- Sweet and fruity banana taste
- Perfect for a dessert or afternoon snack
User Comments:
- "These brownies are the perfect combination of chocolatey and banana-y. They're so moist and flavorful."
- "I love the crispy edges on these brownies. They're the perfect treat for any chocolate lover."
- "These are the best brownies I've ever had! They're so easy to make and always turn out perfectly."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough brownies.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into them, as this will help them set properly.
- To make a gluten-free version of these brownies, use a gluten-free flour blend.
