Microwave Good for You Brownies
Indulge your chocolate cravings guilt-free with these Microwave Good for You Brownies! Made with wholesome ingredients like ripe banana, natural peanut butter, and unsweetened cocoa powder, this quick and easy single-serving dessert is ready in just under 5 minutes. Naturally sweetened with a touch of honey or maple syrup and enhanced with a splash of vanilla extract, these microwavable brownies deliver rich chocolate flavor without refined sugar or processed additives. Optional dark chocolate chips add a decadent touch, while the recipe stays customizable to suit your taste. Perfect as a healthier treat or post-dinner delight, you can enjoy this moist, fudgy brownie straight from your mug or pair it with Greek yogurt or fresh berries for an extra boost of goodness. Ideal for busy chocolate lovers who want a nutritious twist on a classic dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Banana (ripe, mashed)
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a microwave-safe mug or small bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth using a fork.
Add the peanut butter, cocoa powder, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed banana. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are fully incorporated and form a smooth batter.
If desired, stir in the dark chocolate chips for extra richness.
Smooth the top of the batter with a spoon and ensure it's evenly distributed in the mug or bowl.
Microwave on high power for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes, or until the brownie is set and slightly firm to the touch. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave, so check after 90 seconds.
Carefully remove the mug or bowl from the microwave (it will be hot) and let the brownie cool for a minute or two before eating.
Enjoy your healthier microwave brownie as is, or top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or fresh berries for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.2 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 304 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 845 mg | 18% | |
*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.
