Description
Fudgy, wholesome banana brownies made with just three simple ingredients—ripe bananas, natural peanut butter, and unsweetened cocoa powder. These flourless, no added sugar brownies are quick to prepare, gluten-free, and easily adaptable to vegan or nut-free diets.
Ingredients
2 large ripe bananas
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or any nut butter)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter and cocoa powder to the mashed bananas, then stir until everything is well combined and smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing into squares. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use ripe bananas with brown spots for natural sweetness and best flavor.
For nut-free brownies, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.
To make vegan, ensure the peanut butter contains no animal products.
Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, chopped nuts, a tablespoon of maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness, or a teaspoon of instant coffee granules for a mocha twist.
Store brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze. Best served chilled or at room temperature; can be warmed slightly for gooey texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximate)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
