Brownies are an American creation, believed to have originated in the United States in the late 19th century. The first known recipes began appearing in regional cookbooks and newspapers around the 1890s.
This homemade three-ingredient brownie recipe using bananas, peanut or almond butter and cocoa powder is a simple, healthy, and delicious treat that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Healthy-ish: While brownies aren’t exactly health food, this recipe uses bananas as a natural sweetener and has no flour or eggs, making it a slightly lighter option.
Easy to Make: The recipe is very straightforward. You just mash the bananas, mix in the peanut or almond butter and cocoa powder, bake, and enjoy!
Best Homemade Brownies with only 3 Ingredients
These brownies are fudgy, decadent, and require minimal effort. Perfect for a quick dessert or satisfying a chocolate craving!
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter (your choice of creamy or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a small baking dish (like an 8×8 inch) with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
- Add the peanut or almond butter and cocoa powder to the mashed bananas. Stir vigorously with a spatula until well combined and there are no dry streaks.
Optional Add-Ins (mix these in before pouring batter into the pan):
- You can add nuts, chocolate chips, or a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
Baking:
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving. This allows them to set properly.
Tips:
- The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your brownies will be.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious homemade brownies!
Nutrition
Calories: 96kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 47mgPotassium: 195mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 19IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg