Description
Delight in these rich and creamy Banana Pudding Brownies, a perfect dessert layering fudgy chocolate brownies with smooth banana pudding and a light whipped topping. This unique treat combines classic comfort flavors into a decadent, no-fuss dessert that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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For the Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
For the Banana Pudding Layer:
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
- 1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers
Optional Topping:
- Extra crushed vanilla wafers
- Banana slices
- Drizzle of chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth. Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir just until combined.
- Bake Brownies: Pour brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool completely.
- Make Banana Pudding Layer: In a separate bowl, beat together the banana pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Fold the pudding into the cream cheese, then gently fold in the whipped topping.
- Assemble Dessert: Spread the banana pudding layer evenly over the cooled brownies. Sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers on top.
- Chill and Serve: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before slicing. Garnish with banana slices or extra whipped cream just before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For an even more decadent treat, swirl some pudding into the brownie batter before baking.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
