Banana Bread Brownies

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter a 9x9-inch square baking pan, or line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until smooth. This usually takes 1-3 minutes.

Recipe View 3 mins In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until well combined. Stir in the mashed bananas and then the melted chocolate, mixing until the batter is smooth and homogenous. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Using a spatula, gently fold in the walnuts and chocolate chips until evenly distributed. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined – be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. If using, arrange banana slices on top in a decorative pattern. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. For extra fudgy brownies, err on the side of underbaking. (30 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. For a cleaner cut, chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. (1 hour)

Recipe View 0 mins Optional Banana Brûlée: While the brownies are cooling, sprinkle each banana slice with about 1/2 teaspoon of sugar. Using a kitchen torch, carefully brûlée the sugar until it is melted, golden brown, and bubbling. Alternatively, broil the sugared banana slices in the oven for a minute or two, watching closely to prevent burning.