Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent, moist blondie that combines the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with the sweet, comforting taste of ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts. These aren't just any ordinary dessert bars – they're a transformative culinary experience that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Whether you're a baking enthusiast or a dessert lover looking for the perfect treat, these Brown Butter Glazed Banana Nut Blondies are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 blondies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter and brown sugar. Whisk until well incorporated and slightly cooled.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until smooth and fully combined.
- Mix in the mashed bananas until evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- For the brown butter glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and 1 tablespoon of the browned butter from earlier until smooth.
- Once the blondies are slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to set for 10-15 minutes.
- Lift the blondies out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang, and cut into 16 equal squares.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Brown Butter Magic: The key to incredible flavor is properly browning the butter. Watch it carefully and stir constantly to prevent burning. The nutty aroma is your sign of success!
- Banana Selection: Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. The browner and spottier, the better!
- Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until incorporated. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense blondies.
- Toothpick Test: For the perfect texture, remove the blondies when a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. This ensures a soft, chewy center.
- Glaze Game: Let the blondies cool slightly before adding the glaze to prevent it from becoming too runny.
- Storage Tip: These blondies stay fresh for up to 3 days in an airtight container, but let's be honest – they probably won't last that long!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 215kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 24mg
