Banana Pudding Brownies Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Brownie Layer:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking powder
For the Banana Pudding Layer:
1 box (3.4 oz) instant banana pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
1 ripe banana, mashed
For the Topping:
1/2 cup mini vanilla wafers (or regular size, crushed)
1/4 cup whipped topping (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the Brownie Layer:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, combine the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until well combined.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
Prepare the Banana Pudding Layer:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and cold milk. Stir for about 2 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
Add the vanilla extract and mashed banana to the pudding mixture, mixing until smooth.
Gently fold in the whipped topping, creating a light and fluffy texture.
Assemble the Brownies:
