Healthy banana brownies

If you’re craving something chocolatey but want to keep things on the healthier side, these healthy banana brownies are exactly what you need. They’re soft, fudgy, naturally sweetened with ripe bananas, dates and chocolate. Made with simple ingredients. 

These brownies don't have any refined sugar or butter and they are indulgent and nutritious. 

Ripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, you can skip heavy amounts of sugar and butter for a healthier option.

Naturally sweetened with bananas 

Soft and fudgy texture 

Made with simple pantry ingredients 

Easy to make in one bowl with the help of a hand blender and a spatula.

They are great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. 

Use ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor. 

Do not overbake you can check the doneness with a toothpick.

You can use gluten-free flour or oat flour. 

Enjoy these brownies as a quick breakfast, afternoon snack, or healthy dessert. 

They pair perfectly with a cup of coffee or even a scoop of yogurt on top.

These brownies prove that you don’t need refined sugar or butter to enjoy a rich, chocolatey treat. 

This recipe is a great way to use up ripe bananas sitting on your counter.

Feel free to experiment with add-ins and make it your own. 

Once you make them, they’ll become a regular in your baking routine.

3 medium or 4 small ripe bananas (200 g) 

1/4 cup dates diced and packed (50 g) 

1/3 cup melted dark chocolate
1/3 cup olive oil
1 large egg
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/3 cup flour or oat flour
1 tsp baking powder 

4 tbsp chopped hazelnuts for decoration 

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a small baking pan with parchment paper. 
2. Puree the bananas and dates together with using a hand blender in a bowl until smooth. 
3. Add melted chocolate and mix well with the blender until smooth. 
4. Add in olive oil and egg and blend until smooth.
5. Sift in cocoa powder, flour and baking powder in. Mix with a spatula until combined. 
6. Spread the batter into a parchment lined baking pan.
7. Sprinkle chopped hazelnuts on top. 
8. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the center is set and check with a toothpick. 
9. Let cool before slicing.