Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray. Set aside.
Make the Brownie Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
Add in the egg and vanilla extract and whisk just to combine.
Mix in the mashed banana until smooth, then gradually add the flour, whisking until fully incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
Bake the Brownies:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the center has set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before adding the topping.
Prepare the Ganache:
Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a boil, then immediately pour it over the chopped chocolate.
Let it sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
Stir in the creamy peanut butter until the mixture is velvety and combined.
Assemble the Brownies:
Slice the bananas in half lengthwise and arrange them evenly over the cooled brownies.
Pour the chocolate peanut butter ganache over the bananas, ensuring they are fully covered.
Place the brownies in the fridge for 15 minutes to allow the ganache to firm up.
Enjoy these rich and decadent Chocolate Covered Banana Brownies, a delicious combination of moist banana bread, bananas, and a smooth chocolate peanut butter topping!
