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3 Ingredient Brownies with Banana

These brownies are incredibly easy to make with just three ingredients—ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and peanut or almond butter—yielding a rich and fudgy dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas The more speckled, the better for optimal sweetness and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter or almond butter Substitutions include sunflower seed butter or cashew butter for allergen concerns.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork.
  3. Gradually stir in the cocoa powder until well combined with the bananas.
  4. Fold in the peanut butter or almond butter for creaminess and binding.
Baking
  1. Transfer the brownie mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the brownies to cool for a bit before slicing them into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze wrapped individual squares for up to three months. To enjoy, thaw in the refrigerator or microwave for a few seconds.