Low Sodium Banana Brownie
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of our Low Sodium Banana Brownies, a guilt-free dessert that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Made with ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, and whole wheat flour, these brownies pack natural sweetness and fiber in every decadent bite. With zero added salt and pure maple syrup for sweetening, it's a healthier twist on a classic treat. A generous dose of unsweetened cocoa powder gives these brownies their deep chocolate flavor, while optional dark chocolate chips add a luxurious touch for those extra cravings. Ready in just 40 minutes, this simple recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising on nutrition. Enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or a post-workout treat—wholesome indulgence never tasted so good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the unsweetened applesauce, pure vanilla extract, and melted unsalted butter until well combined.
Sift the unsweetened cocoa powder, whole wheat flour, and baking powder into the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add the pure maple syrup to the batter and mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Fold in the optional dark chocolate chips if desired for an extra chocolatey touch.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Enjoy these delicious low sodium banana brownies as a healthier sweet treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.0 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.3 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 474 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 377.2 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 87.8 g | 314% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.2 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 37.6 mg | 209% | |
| Potassium | 5101 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
