Description
These 3 Ingredient Brownies with Banana are a simple, healthy, and delicious dessert option made without flour or added sugar. Using ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and unsweetened cocoa powder, this recipe creates moist, fudgy brownies perfect for a guilt-free treat or quick snack.
Ingredients
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Brownie Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas: In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas until smooth with very few lumps to ensure an even texture in the brownies.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the creamy peanut butter and unsweetened cocoa powder to the mashed bananas, stirring well until the mixture is fully combined and smooth, creating a consistent batter.
- Prepare to Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula for uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 9 squares for serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for natural sweetness and better texture.
- Optional additions include a pinch of salt or a handful of chocolate chips, but these increase the ingredient count.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate to keep fresh longer.
