Banana Bread Brownies
**Ingredients**
*For the Brownies:*
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup packed brown sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ¼ teaspoon salt
*For the Brown Butter Glaze:*
– ¼ cup unsalted butter
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1-2 tablespoons milk (adjust for consistency)
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**Instructions**
**1. Prepare the Brownies:**
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until fully combined.
4. Stir in mashed bananas until well blended.
5. Fold in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined—do not overmix.
6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
**2. Bake the Brownies:**
1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
2. Let cool completely in the pan before adding the glaze.
**3. Make the Brown Butter Glaze:**
1. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook until butter turns golden brown and smells nutty, stirring frequently.
2. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract.
3. Gradually stir in powdered sugar and milk until a smooth glaze forms.
**4. Finish the Brownies:**
1. Spread the glaze over the cooled brownies. Let set for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
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✨ **Moist, flavorful banana bread meets decadent brownies with a nutty brown butter glaze. Perfect for any occasion!**