Description
Sinful banana peanut butter brownies merge wholesome ingredients with irresistible chocolate charm. Rich, fudgy squares deliver pure bliss without guilt, letting you savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (45 grams) dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 175°C (350°F) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the bottom and sides.
- Thoroughly mash ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency without any large lumps.
- Incorporate peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and egg into the mashed bananas, whisking vigorously until the mixture becomes uniform and well-blended.
- Gradually sift cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into the wet ingredients, stirring carefully to create a rich, glossy batter without overmixing.
- If desired, gently fold dark chocolate chips into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to spread it smoothly and create an even surface.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for set edges and a slightly moist center when tested with a toothpick.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into square portions for serving.
Notes
- Swap honey with agave nectar or date syrup for a vegan-friendly version of these brownies.
- Use natural unsweetened cocoa powder to keep the sugar content low and enhance the rich chocolate flavor.
- For extra protein and texture, sprinkle chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts on top before baking.
- Ensure ripe bananas are used for maximum natural sweetness and moisture in the brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 174 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 87 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg