Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz (227g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) salt
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) baking powder
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • ½ cup (120ml) crushed pineapple, drained
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (30g) chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the chopped chocolate and butter over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and eggs until pale. Stir in the vanilla extract and the cooled chocolate mixture.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, mash the banana and mix with crushed pineapple, cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using).
  6. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, followed by spoonfuls of the hummingbird mixture, then top with the remaining brownie batter.
  7. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the hummingbird mixture into the brownie batter to create a marbled effect.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and enjoy!