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Callie Brooks

Healthy Banana Brownies

Fudgy, chocolate-forward brownies made with overripe bananas for natural sweetness, perfect for a healthy snack or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces very ripe bananas, mashed (≈1 cup) The darker the bananas, the sweeter they are.
  • 2 pieces large eggs
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Sub honey if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt Or applesauce for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup oat flour Or almond flour to make it grain-free.
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional.
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (70%+) Optional.
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional for texture; leave out for nut-free.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment, leaving some overhang.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the very ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.
  3. Add the eggs, maple syrup, Greek yogurt (or applesauce), vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil to the mashed banana. Whisk until the mixture is even and slightly glossy.
  4. Sift or whisk the cocoa powder into the wet mixture, then gently stir in the oat flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using. Fold until combined to keep the batter thick and fudgy.
  5. Stir in the dark chocolate pieces and nuts if using, distributing them evenly without overmixing.
  6. Spread the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top lightly, and optionally scatter extra chips or nuts on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes. The center should show a few moist crumbs on a toothpick for a dense and fudgy texture.
  2. Let the pan cool on a rack for 20-30 minutes before using the parchment overhang to lift the brownies out and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 10g

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, 5-7 days in the refrigerator, or freeze wrapped squares for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.

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