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Healthy Banana Brownies

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These delicious Healthy Banana Brownies are made with ripe bananas and wholesome ingredients, offering a guilt-free treat that's quick to whip up and loved by kids.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The browner the bananas, the sweeter your brownies will be.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Substitutable for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use quality cocoa powder for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter Substitutable for nut allergies.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional) Use dairy-free chips for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup crushed walnuts or pecans (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, then mix in the honey and peanut butter until well combined.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract, then add the cocoa powder, whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold until just combined.
  4. Fold in the dark chocolate chips and crushed nuts if desired.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
  7. Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, then cut into squares and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7g

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of almond butter. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months.
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