Brownie Banana Bread, Smudgy and Fudgy

Ingredients:

• 2 bananas, mashed
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. Combine wet ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cocoa powder, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips (if using).
5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool: Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Optional additions:

• For extra flavor: Add a teaspoon of espresso powder or a pinch of cardamom.
• For a richer texture: Use Greek yogurt instead of one of the eggs.
• For a nuttier flavor: Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful Banana Bread!