Healthy Breakfast Brownies
Easy, One-Bowl Recipe
These brownies come together in just 35 minutes with one bowl and simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. Mash, mix, bake, and enjoy! They make a great on-the-go breakfast, afternoon snack, or healthy dessert.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed bananas about 2 large bananas
- ½ cup peanut butter or almond butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Directions:
- Prepare the Batter:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and egg, mixing until well combined.
- Add the cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the rolled oats and chocolate chips, if using.
- Bake the Brownies:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice into squares and enjoy these healthy, chocolatey breakfast brownies!
Notes
Notes for the Healthy Breakfast Brownies Recipe:🔹 Ripe Bananas Work Best: Use overripe bananas with brown spots for natural sweetness and better texture. If your bananas aren’t ripe enough, try microwaving them for 20 seconds to soften. 🔹 Make It Vegan: Swap the egg for a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water, let sit for 5 minutes). Use maple syrup instead of honey. 🔹 Nut Butter Options: Peanut butter gives a classic taste, but almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter work just as well! Choose unsweetened varieties for a healthier option. 🔹 Texture Tip: Since these brownies use bananas instead of flour, they will be denser and fudgier than traditional brownies. For a more structured texture, refrigerate them after baking. 🔹 Chocolate Chips Are Optional but Delicious: If you want a lower-sugar option, use cacao nibs or skip them entirely. 🔹 Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for up to 5 days for a firmer texture. Freeze for up to 3 months—just thaw for a few minutes before enjoying!