Description
A healthier take on classic brownies, made with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium bananas)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, combine the mashed banana, honey or maple syrup, applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use a good quality cocoa powder.
- You can substitute other sweeteners like agave nectar for honey or maple syrup.
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy brownies, whole wheat brownies, banana brownies, chocolate, dessert, easy recipe