Description
These Banana Pudding Brownies are a dreamy mashup of fudgy vanilla brownies, creamy banana pudding, and crushed vanilla wafers. They’re gooey, sweet, nostalgic, and absolutely irresistible — perfect for potlucks, parties, and banana lovers!
Ingredients
- For the Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- For the Banana Pudding Swirl:
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant banana pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- For Topping:
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
- Banana slices (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Brownie Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined — do not overmix.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Make the Banana Pudding Mixture: In a bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk for 1–2 minutes until thickened. Stir in sour cream and mashed banana until smooth.
- Assemble: Drop spoonfuls of banana pudding mixture over the brownie batter. Use a knife to gently swirl through the top.
- Sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers evenly over the batter.
- Bake: Bake 28–32 minutes or until edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly — brownies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Cool completely before slicing for clean squares.
Notes
- For extra banana flavor, add banana extract to the batter.
- Use cheesecake pudding for a creamier swirl.
- Store in the fridge for a firmer, chilled brownie or keep at room temperature for gooier texture.
- Top with whipped cream and extra banana slices for an indulgent finish.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American