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Banana Blondies

Delicious Banana Blondies: Your New Favorite Easy Dessert

These Banana Blondies are a quick and easy dessert that transforms overripe bananas into chewy, golden squares that are a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and moisture; substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and a hint of molasses flavor; can be replaced with coconut sugar for a less processed option.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together; use a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; vanilla bean paste can be used for a more intense experience.
  • 2 or 3 medium Ripe Bananas Choose more bananas for a stronger flavor; very ripe bananas enhance sweetness and make mashing easy.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; substitute with whole wheat flour or a gluten-free blend to cater to dietary needs.
For Leavening
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the blondies rise; ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • ¼ teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as an additional leavening agent and provides a slight browning effect.
For Flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon Optional; adds warmth and spice.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness; enhances all flavors.
For Add-Ins
  • ½ cup Optional Mix-ins Chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit add texture and flavor diversity.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Blondies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it thoroughly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar, whisking until smooth. Stir in the egg and vanilla extract, followed by the mashed bananas until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, optional cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until no flour streaks remain.
  5. Fold in any optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let the blondies cool for about 15–20 minutes in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing and allow blondies to cool completely before slicing for best texture.

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