3 Ingredient Banana Brownies

These ultra-gooey, fudgy banana brownies are made with 3 simple ingredients and come out tasting like pure decadence. Every healthy bite is full of banana chocolate flavor, and they couldn't be easier to make!

THE BEST 3 INGREDIENT BROWNIES RECIPE

If you're looking for an easy, foolproof brownie recipe that uses simple ingredients, this 3 ingredient brownie recipe is exactly what you're looking for.

I love to bake, and if you do too, odds are you're constantly restocking your pantry with baking staples. Sometimes, I don't have everything I need to make a batch of brownies, which is where this easy recipe comes in handy.

Seriously, they're every bit as flavorful and satisfying as traditional brownies, and they have the same gooey center and crinkly tops. The only difference is the shortlist of ingredients, which, in my opinion, makes this the most convenient brownie recipe ever.

Plus, they couldn't be easier to make. You literally just mash the bananas, then fold in the rest of the ingredients and let the brownies bake in the oven.

Yep, it's literally that simple!

Couple these brownies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you've got the perfect dessert that's sure to kill your chocolate cravings. Oh, and did I mention they also happen to be gluten free?

By the way, if you're looking for more easy brownie recipes, you'll love my Hershey's cocoa brownies.

INGREDIENTS

I know I've said this a thousand times, but you really only need 3 ingredients to make this brownie recipe. I'm not kidding, that's it!

Here's what you'll need to make banana brownies with 3 ingredients:

• 3 bananas, large
• ½ cup natural peanut butter (or any other nut butter, like almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter)
• ¼ cup cocoa powder, sifted
• ¼ cup chocolate chips (optional ingredient)

By the way, you can use these ingredients to make this brownie baked oatmeal recipe as well. It's another healthy brownie recipe that doubles as a nutritious breakfast!

HOW TO MAKE 3 INGREDIENT BROWNIES

Now that we've covered the ingredients, it's time to start baking!

And again, making these brownies is as easy as it gets. You just mash up the bananas, then stir in the other ingredients until you have a smooth brownie batter. Pour everything into your baking dish and let the oven take over from there.

With that said, let's jump right into the details of this recipe!

STEP 1: PREP WORK

First off, you'll want to preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.

While the oven is preheating, mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl using a fork. If your bananas aren't super mushy, you can microwave them for 5-10 seconds to help soften them up.

STEP 2: COMBINE THE INGREDIENTS

Once your bananas are completely mashed, you can finish assembling the brownie batter. Add the creamy peanut butter to the bowl and stir until smooth. Then, sift in the unsweetened cocoa powder and stir until well combined.

Once the batter is smooth and there are no clumps, pour it into the prepared baking pan. If you're adding chocolate chips, sprinkle them evenly across the top of the brownies. Alternatively, you can swap the chocolate chips for other mix-ins (like chopped walnuts or peanut butter chips) or simply top the baked brownies with melted chocolate.

STEP 3: BAKE

Last but not least, bake the brownies for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.

Oh, and another great thing about this recipe is that since there are no eggs in the batter, you can feel free to give it a taste and add a little maple syrup or vanilla extract as needed.

Anyway, once you're brownies are done baking, you can dig in and enjoy!

HOW TO STORE These Healthy BROWNIES

One batch of these healthy brownies makes about 9 brownies, so it's perfect for a family movie night or bringing them over to a friend's house for a get-together. If you need more brownies, simply make a double or triple batch to feed a big crowd.

If you end up with leftovers, simply store them in an airtight container, and they'll stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

You can also freeze the brownies in a freezer bag for up to 6 months if you want to keep them for longer.

FAQS ABOUT THIS 3 INGREDIENT BROWNIE RECIPE

WHAT IS THE KEY TO FUDGY BROWNIES?

If you prefer fudgy, cakey brownies, bake them until they're mostly done but still a little soft in the center. A good rule of thumb is to insert a toothpick into the center and remove it from the oven when there are a few moist crumbs. If you let them bake until they're fully cooked, you'll end up with tough brownies.

CAN I SWAP THE BANANAS?

Yes, if you're not a fan of bananas, you can use unsweetened applesauce or pumpkin puree instead. Just note that the brownie batter may be thinner since there is more moisture being added. If the batter is too thin, add 1-2 tablespoons of almond flour.

MORE BROWNIE RECIPES TO TRY

If you're looking for more easy recipes, I have a bunch of quick and delicious ones on the blog you can try next.

Check all of these out:

• Brownies with cream cheese frosting
• Peppermint brownies
• Matcha brownies
• Protein brownies

Oh, and if you're looking for even more tasty recipes, be sure to check out my Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube channel! I post new ones on them all of the time.