Step 1: Prepare the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
- In a large bowl combine:
- sugar
- softened butter
- sour cream
- eggs
- mashed bananas
- vanilla
- Beat with a mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
- Add:
- flour
- baking soda
- salt
- Mix gently until everything is fully combined.
Step 4: Bake
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Prepare the Frosting
- Melt ½ cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it becomes slightly golden.
- Remove from heat and whisk in:
- powdered sugar
- vanilla
- milk
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Frost the Brownies
- Pour the frosting over the warm brownies.
- Spread evenly with a spatula.
- Let them cool completely before cutting into squares.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
These banana brownies are delicious with:
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream 🍨
- Fresh banana slices 🍌
- A drizzle of caramel sauce
✅ Baking Tip:
Use very ripe bananas with brown spots. They give the brownies a sweeter flavor and softer texture.
If you want, I can also give you:
🍌 The famous 5-minute banana bread recipe
🍌 Banana oatmeal breakfast cake
🍌 Super moist banana pudding brownies.