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Banana Blondies

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Banana blondies are chewy, buttery dessert bars made with ripe bananas and brown sugar. With a texture between banana bread and a cookie bar, these sweet treats are easy to make and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional mix-ins/toppings:
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Brown butter glaze (optional):
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.
  4. Fold in any optional mix-ins like nuts or white chocolate chips, if using.
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan. If using the glaze, brown the butter in a small saucepan, remove from heat, then whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled blondies.
  8. Slice into 16 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots for best flavor.
  • Brown the butter before adding it to the batter for extra richness.
  • Swirl in peanut butter, Nutella, or add chocolate chips for variety.
  • Store at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate up to 1 week.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months—thaw before serving.

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