Description
These rich, fudgy brownies are layered with fresh bananas and topped with a silky chocolate shell. A dreamy mashup of classic desserts in one irresistible bite!
Ingredients
For the Brownie Base:
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
For the Banana Layer:
3–4 ripe bananas, sliced lengthwise
For the Chocolate Coating:
1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter
Optional Toppings:
Crushed peanuts or walnuts
Sea salt flakes
Chocolate drizzle
Sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting.
Make Brownie Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until glossy. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until just combined — don’t overmix.
Bake Brownies:
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 22–25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely in pan.
Add Banana Layer:
Place banana slices evenly on cooled brownies. Press gently into the surface.
Make Chocolate Coating:
Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a saucepan or microwave. Stir until smooth and pour over bananas, spreading evenly.
Add Toppings (Optional):
Sprinkle with nuts, sea salt, or sprinkles while chocolate is still soft.
Chill:
Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes until chocolate is set.
Slice and Serve:
Use the parchment to lift brownies from pan. Slice into squares with a sharp knife, wiping between cuts for clean edges.
Notes
Use ripe but firm bananas so they hold their shape.
Let brownies cool completely before adding bananas and chocolate.
Chill before slicing for clean, sharp squares.
Add oil to chocolate for a shiny, crack-free finish.
Store chilled for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked, No-Bake Finish
- Cuisine: American
