These healthy banana brownies are a delicious and fudgy treat made with wholesome ingredients like bananas, almond flour, and cocoa powder. They are naturally sweetened and perfect for a vegan and gluten-free dessert option.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:9 brownies
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
1/2 cup almond butter
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup vegan chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
Add almond butter and maple syrup to the mashed bananas and stir until well combined.
Stir in cocoa powder, almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until a thick batter forms.
Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and flavor.
Can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for later.
Almond butter can be replaced with peanut butter or any nut/seed butter.