Description
These dense, chewy, and moist blondies combine the flavors of banana bread with the texture of a blondie. They are made in one bowl with pantry staples and baked in a shallow pan for a quick, convenient dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- In a large mixing bowl, peel and mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks.
- Whisk the melted butter into the mashed bananas. Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously for about a minute until glossy and well-combined.
- Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to fold them in until the flour just disappears. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips (and nuts if using) until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let the blondies cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
Use the ripest bananas possible for maximum sweetness and moisture. Do not overbake, as blondies continue to cook from residual heat. For best texture, let them cool completely before cutting. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: banana bread, blondies, chocolate chip, easy dessert, one bowl, weeknight treat, overripe bananas, quick baking