Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (at least 70% cocoa)
Chopped nuts or microgreens (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
2. Mash the Bananas:
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until they are smooth and free of lumps.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
To the mashed bananas, add the unsweetened applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), unsweetened cocoa powder, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all the wet ingredients are fully combined.
4. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture is fully combined. Coconut flour tends to absorb more liquid, so the batter may be thicker than usual brownie batter.
6. Add Chocolate Chips:
Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips into the brownie batter.
7. Bake:
Pour the batter into the greased baking pan. Spread it evenly. If you like, you can sprinkle chopped nuts or microgreens on top for added texture and flavor.
**8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, but not raw batter.
9. Cool and Cut:
Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and Enjoy:
Once the brownies are fully cooled, slice them into squares and serve. These Healthy Banana Brownies with Coconut Flour offer a nutritious and delicious alternative to traditional brownies, and they're perfect for those seeking a gluten-free option.
Enjoy these healthier brownies with the goodness of coconut flour and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas.
