Easy Banana Pudding Brownies Recipe

Easy Banana Pudding Brownies Recipe

Banana pudding and brownies are two favorite desserts for many people. Banana pudding is soft and creamy, with sweet bananas and whipped cream. Brownies are rich, chocolatey, and chewy. What if we mix them together? We get Banana Pudding Brownies – a super yummy dessert with layers of chocolate and banana cream.

Why You’ll Love This Dessert

• It’s soft, sweet, and full of flavor.
• The brownies are chewy and chocolaty.
• The banana pudding is smooth and creamy.
• It’s perfect for parties, holidays, or just when you want a sweet treat.

You can also add things on top like crushed cookies, banana slices, or even chocolate chips to make it extra special.

How to Make Banana Pudding Brownies (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

• Turn on your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or spray.
• (Optional: Line with parchment paper so brownies don’t stick.)

Step 2: Make the Brownie Layer

Mix Dry Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
  Mix these in a bowl and set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar:

• In another bowl, mix:
• ½ cup melted butter
• 1 cup sugar
  Beat them until light and fluffy.

Add Eggs and Vanilla:

• Add 2 eggs (one at a time)
• Add 1 tsp vanilla extract
  Mix well.

Combine Everything:

• Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mix.
• Stir until smooth.
• (Optional: Add ½ cup mini chocolate chips.)

Pour and Bake:

• Pour the batter into your pan.
• Bake for 20–25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.
• Let the brownies cool.

Step 3: Make the Banana Pudding Layer

Cook Pudding:

• In a pan, mix:
• 2 cups milk
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 packet vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
  Heat while stirring for 3–5 minutes until thick.

Add Bananas:

• Slice 2 ripe bananas.
• Mix them into the pudding.
• Let this cool a little.

Step 4: Add the Pudding on Top

• Once brownies are cool, gently spread the banana pudding over them.

Step 5: Make Whipped Cream Topping

Whip the Cream:

• In a bowl, whip:
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  Beat until thick and fluffy.

Spread on Top:

• Spread the whipped cream over the banana pudding layer.

Step 6: Decorate (Optional)

• Sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers, banana slices, or chocolate chips on top.

Step 7: Chill and Serve

• Put the dessert in the fridge for at least 2–3 hours.
• Cut into squares and serve cold.

Tips for Best Results

• Use ripe bananas – not too green, not too mushy.
• Make sure brownies are cool before adding pudding.
• Store in the fridge – good for up to 3 days.
• Tastes even better the next day!

Quick Summary

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25–30 mins
Servings: 12–16 squares

Ingredients:

Brownies:

• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup flour
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ tsp baking powder
• Optional: mini chocolate chips

Banana Pudding:

• 1 box banana pudding mix
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1½ cups whipped topping
• 1–2 bananas (sliced)

This dessert is fun, tasty, and a great mix of two favorites: brownies and banana pudding. Enjoy!