Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Brownies Vegan or Not
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Peanut Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Brownies, a rich and fudgy dessert that can be customized to suit vegan and non-vegan diets alike! Bursting with natural sweetness from overripe bananas and the irresistible combo of creamy peanut butter and melty chocolate chips, these brownies deliver decadence with every bite. Made with simple pantry staples like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and a choice of coconut oil or butter, they’re quick and easy to prepare—just 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of baking. Perfectly moist and loaded with flavor, these brownies are finished with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts for a satisfying crunch, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or treating yourself, these vegan-optional brownies are sure to be your new go-to dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Overripe bananas
- 0.5 cup Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar (or coconut sugar for vegan)
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil (melted, or substitute melted butter if not vegan)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Non-dairy chocolate chips (or regular chocolate chips if not vegan)
- 0.25 cup Optional: Chopped peanuts for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the peanut butter, brown sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top if desired.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips and chopped peanuts (if using) over the batter.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake to ensure the brownies stay fudgy.
Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 203.7 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.5 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1569 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 483.1 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 76.6 g | 274% | |
| Total Sugars | 243.0 g | ||
| Protein | 90.9 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 451 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 34.7 mg | 193% | |
| Potassium | 4638 mg | 99% | |
*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.
