Chocolate Bottom Banana Squares

Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and sweet banana with these Chocolate Bottom Banana Squares! This delightful dessert features a fudgy cocoa layer that serves as the perfect base for a moist and tender banana cake topping, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Made with ripe bananas, brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for snack time, dessert, or a sweet addition to your brunch spread. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in an 8x8 pan, these squares are a crowd-pleasing treat that’s as simple as it is delicious. Serve them straight from the pan, or elevate your presentation with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream. Don’t forget to bookmark this recipe for a quick and satisfying homemade dessert!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Ripe bananas, mashed
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, melted butter, and granulated sugar until smooth. Spread this chocolate mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan using a spatula. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, and brown sugar, and mix until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Spoon the banana batter over the chocolate layer in the pan, spreading it carefully to cover the chocolate evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 9

Once cool, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the dessert out of the pan. Slice into squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(709.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2173.1

Total Fat 112.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.6g
Cholesterol 350.5mg	0%
Sodium 1358.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 285.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 155.4g
Protein 25.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 148.3mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1537.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 50.5%