3-Ingredient Healthy Fudge Brownies
Rich, chocolatey, and naturally sweetened brownies made from just three ingredients — ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and peanut butter. These easy one-bowl brownies are gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for a quick wholesome dessert.
Ingredients
Base
- 3 ripe bananas
- ¼ cup all-natural peanut butter
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
Optional Add-Ins (for flavor and texture):
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of espresso powder (enhances chocolate flavor)
- Handful of walnuts or dark chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line a small loaf pan (9x5 inches) with parchment paper.
- Mash the bananas in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter and cocoa powder, then stir until fully combined and thick.
- Optional: Fold in a pinch of salt or espresso powder.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Optional: Sprinkle walnuts and/or chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 20–30 minutes, checking at 20 minutes. They’re done when the top looks set and a toothpick comes out slightly fudgy but not wet.
- Cool completely before slicing (cool for 10-15 mins still in the baking pan then remove from pan and cool for another 45 mins) they’ll firm up as they cool. Enjoy!
Video
Notes
- For extra richness, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
- Riper bananas make sweeter brownies — aim for very spotted skins.
- For thicker brownies, bake in a smaller pan (7×7).
- Store at room temperature up to 2 days or refrigerated up to 5 days. They taste even better the next day once fully set.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 50g | Calories: 84kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.3g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4.2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.9g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5.5g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 3.4mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.7mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!