Description

These Healthy Banana Brownies are a delicious and guilt-free treat made with ripe bananas, unsweetened cocoa powder, and peanut butter. Perfectly moist and naturally sweetened, these brownies are enhanced with optional dairy-free dark chocolate chips or walnuts for extra richness. Baked to perfection, they offer a wholesome alternative to traditional brownies, suitable for a nutritious snack or dessert.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

3 large ripe bananas (approximately 1 1/2 cups mashed)
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup unsalted peanut butter

Optional Ingredients

½ cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips or chopped walnuts

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Instructions

Prepare the baking pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 6-inch brownie pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly with cooking oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Mash the bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork or potato masher until you get a smooth puree. Some small bits are okay.
Combine ingredients: Add the peanut butter and unsweetened cocoa powder to the mashed bananas. Stir with a silicone spatula until the mixture resembles brownie batter. If the batter seems dry, add more mashed banana or a splash of almond milk to adjust consistency.
Add mix-ins: Fold in the optional dairy-free dark chocolate chips or chopped walnuts if desired to boost flavor and texture.
Pour and sprinkle: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Optionally, sprinkle some extra chocolate chips or nuts on top for extra indulgence.
Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes at 350°F (180°C). Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.
Cool: Remove from oven and allow the brownies to cool on a wire rack for about 15-20 minutes. This helps them set and makes them easier to cut.
Serve: Cut into 9 squares and enjoy your healthy, naturally sweetened banana brownies.

Notes

You need about 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas; the riper and darker the bananas, the sweeter the brownies will be.
If your bananas are not very ripe (yellow), consider using sweetened cocoa powder or adding chocolate chips to increase sweetness.
Almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be used instead of peanut butter if preferred.
Chopped walnuts can substitute for chocolate chips for a nutty twist.
Store the brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie square (of 9)
Calories: 160 kcal
Sugar: 7 g
Sodium: 70 mg
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg