Healthy Brownies

These healthy brownies are rich, fudgy, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and pure maple syrup. Made with whole wheat pastry flour, cocoa powder, and wholesome ingredients, they deliver indulgent chocolate flavor while supporting a balanced lifestyle.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: fudgy chocolate brownies, healthy brownies, naturally sweetened brownies, whole wheat brownies

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 24

Total Time: 44

Servings: brownies

Calories: 185kcal

Author: Lila benett

Cost: 2

Equipment

8x8-inch baking pan
parchment paper
mixing bowls
whisk
rubber spatula
wire cooling rack

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
2 medium ripe bananas
1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
2/3 cup pure maple syrup
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Whisk together whole wheat pastry flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt in a medium bowl.
Break up any cocoa powder lumps and set aside.
Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
Add melted coconut oil and stir until fully combined.
Pour in the maple syrup and mix thoroughly.
Add eggs and vanilla extract, then whisk vigorously until lighter and slightly frothy.
Add the dry ingredients in two additions to the wet ingredients.
Fold gently with a rubber spatula until just combined.
Fold in the optional dark chocolate chips.
Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack using the parchment overhang.
Cool completely for at least 1 hour before slicing into 12 brownies.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture. Do not overmix after adding the dry ingredients, and remove the brownies when the center still jiggles slightly. Cool completely before slicing for the cleanest cuts and best texture.

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