Banana Blondies
Banana blondies with brown butter frosting embody a delightful twist on traditional treats, perfect for any baking enthusiast. The moist, chewy blondies are infused with ripe bananas, creating a sweet and rich base that complements the nutty flavour of the brown butter frosting. This indulgent topping, made by gently heating butter until golden and fragrant, adds a luxurious depth to the dessert. Each bite delivers a harmonious balance of banana sweetness and the subtle caramel notes from the frosting, making these blondies an irresistible option for afternoon tea or a sweet snack.
Baking Tips:
Unripe Banana: I highly recommend only using ripe bananas for this particular recipe, as they tend to be the sweetest and most flavourful once they have ripened fully. If you find that your bananas are not yet ripe, you can easily resolve this issue in just a few seconds by utilizing a microwave.
Begin by poking several holes in the banana with a fork, then place the banana on a plate and microwave it in 30-second bursts. Continue this process until the banana turns a nice brown color and becomes soft to the touch. Afterward, allow it to cool slightly before attempting to remove the peel.
Line your baking pan: I highly recommend greasing and lining your baking pan with parchment paper this simple step ensures that your baked goods come out smoothly and without sticking to the pan, saving you time and effort in cleaning up afterwards.
Don’t over mix: This technique of stirring the batter only until it is just mixed is crucial for maintaining a tender and moist crumb in your baked goods. When I am preparing the batter, I typically transition to using a rubber spatula to carefully fold all the ingredients together until there are no longer any visible streaks of flour.
Don’t over-bake: To ensure a soft, fudgy center, it's crucial not to overbake the blondies. The key is to bake them until the top feels set and a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Remember, they may seem a bit soft initially, but they will definitely firm up as they cool down in the pan.
Banana Blondies
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Ripe Bananas: I highly recommend only using ripe bananas for this particular recipe, as they tend to be the sweetest and most flavourful once they have ripened fully. If you find that your bananas are not yet ripe, you can easily resolve this issue in just a few seconds by utilizing a microwave.
Begin by poking several holes in the banana with a fork, then place the banana on a plate and microwave it in 30-second bursts. Continue this process until the banana turns a nice brown color and becomes soft to the touch. Afterward, allow it to cool slightly before attempting to remove the peel.
Line your baking pan: I highly recommend greasing and lining your baking pan with parchment paper this simple step ensures that your baked goods come out smoothly and without sticking to the pan, saving you time and effort in cleaning up afterwards.
Don’t over mix: This technique of stirring the batter only until it is just mixed is crucial for maintaining a tender and moist crumb in your baked goods. When I am preparing the batter, I typically transition to using a rubber spatula to carefully fold all the ingredients together until there are no longer any visible streaks of flour.
Don’t over-bake: To ensure a soft, fudgy center, it's crucial not to overbake the blondies. The key is to bake them until the top feels set and a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Remember, they may seem a bit soft initially, but they will definitely firm up as they cool down in the pan.