Ingredients
- Ripe Bananas: 2 to 3 medium-sized (about 1 to 1.5 cups mashed)
- All-Purpose Flour: Amount not specified (refer to recipe context)
- Granulated Sugar: Amount not specified (refer to recipe context)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Butter: Melted (amount not specified, refer to recipe context)
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Amount not specified (refer to recipe context)
- Baking Soda: Amount not specified (refer to recipe context)
- Salt: A pinch
Optional Add-Ins
- Nuts: Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Chocolate Chips: Semi-sweet or dark
- Spices: Cinnamon or vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mash Bananas: Mash ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add melted butter, sugar, and eggs to the mashed bananas. Mix until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients, stirring gently.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour into Pan: Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice into squares once completely cooled.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a soft, fudgy texture.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting for better structure.