Ingredients
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup very ripe mashed bananas (about 2 medium)
• ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
• ½ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and mashed bananas until smooth.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Fold gently until just combined.
- Stir in nuts and chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into the pan and spread evenly.
- Bake 25–28 minutes, until edges are set and center is fudgy (a toothpick should have moist crumbs).
- Let cool completely before slicing for clean cuts—this helps them hold their shape.
✨ Store in the fridge for extra-dense, brownie-like texture!
💡 Why they’re special: The bananas keep them ultra-moist while adding natural sweetness—less sugar needed!
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 10 mins , Cook Time : 28 mins , Total Time : 38 mins , Servings : 12 brownies , Calories : 160 , Net Carbs: 20g , Fats: 9g , Protein: 2g