These vegan banana brownies are incredibly fudgy, moist, and so easy to make! It’s a healthy dessert recipe that’s made with one bowl and 8 simple ingredients. Put your overripe bananas to good use with this easy dessert, and add chocolate chips for puddles of melted chocolate in every bite!

three vegan banana brownies stacked on top of a white plate

Got a couple overripe bananas laying around? Instead of putting them to use with a typical loaf of vegan banana bread (which is delicious in its own right) try making brownies for a change!

You’ll get the sweet, moist, and cakey texture of banana bread plus a rich, chocolaty, and decadent flavor. Essentially, if banana bread and brownies had a baby, you’d get this dessert! It’s a great option to satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthier manner.

These vegan banana brownies are:

  • Fudgy, moist, and perfectly sweet
  • Oil-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and refined sugar-free
  • Easy to make & made with just one bowl
  • Versatile and easily adaptable
  • Naturally sweetened with bananas and coconut sugar
four vegan banana brownies on a white plate surrounded by a glass of almond milk, a bowl of almond butter, a bowl of cocoa powder, and a wooden fork

What ingredients are in vegan banana brownies?

  • Banana: Overripe bananas should have a yellow peel with brown specks all over it. Bananas are rich in vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and manganese.
  • Nut butter: Almond butter, peanut butter, cashew butter, tahini, or sunflower seed butter are all wonderful options.
  • Coconut sugar: Coconut sugar is used instead of refined sugar.
  • Cocoa powder: Cocoa powder provides the rich, chocolaty flavor.
  • All-purpose flour: I recommend sticking with all-purpose flour. I have not tried this recipe with gluten-free flour.
  • Flax eggs: “Flax eggs” are made from ground flaxseed + water. Ground flaxseed is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
  • Chocolate chips: Brownies aren’t complete without chocolate chips! Use vegan chocolate chips, mega chunks, or mini chips. Alternatively, you can chop up a chocolate bar and use that instead.
almond butter, cocoa powder, coconut sugar, flour, ground flax, and chocolate chips on a marble board

How to make easy and fudgy chocolate chip banana brownies

For the full ingredients list and step-by-step instructions, see the recipe card below.

This easy one-bowl dessert requires just a few steps! To start, create the flax eggs. Then, combine all wet ingredients in a large bowl.

Next, fold in the dry ingredients. Do not over-mix the batter; mix just until the ingredients combine. Toss in the chocolate chips.

a photo collage of the step by step process mixing the batter together

Transfer the brownie batter to a square baking pan. Bake for 40 minutes at 350F. After, allow the brownies to cool before slicing and devouring.

a sliced tray of vegan banana brownies with chocolate chips

Kaylie’s tips for perfecting this recipe

Use overripe bananas. Overripe bananas have a yellow peel with brown spots and specks all across it. They have a sweet flavor and moist texture that’s perfect for baked goods. Using underripe bananas will not provide the same result.

Use any nut or seed butter. I prefer almond butter, but you can replace it with peanut butter or cashew butter. If you have a nut allergy, sunflower seed butter and tahini are wonderful options.

Add toppings and mix-ins. Personally, I believe brownies aren’t complete without chocolate chips! Feel free to add any other mix-ins or toppings. Some great options include crushed walnuts, crushed pecans, pistachios, shredded coconut, and vegan butterscotch chips.

a hand holding a vegan banana brownie with chocolate chips

Cool before slicing. I know, the kitchen smells incredible and you’re ready to dig into the brownies. However, you should always let the brownies cool before slicing into them. After removing the brownies from the oven, I like to keep them inside the pan for at least 15 minutes while cooling. If you slice into them immediately, they will be too hot and crumble apart.

Make it a sundae! For an indulgent treat, try adding a scoop of your favorite vegan ice cream on top. You can go all out and add hot fudge, caramel, crushed nuts, whipped cream, and sprinkles.

Store in the refrigerator. I typically keep these chocolate chip banana brownies stored in the refrigerator inside an airtight container. To reheat, you can pop them in the microwave for just 15-20 seconds.

a hand holding a short stack of two vegan banana brownies

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three vegan banana brownies stacked on top of a white plate

Vegan Banana Brownies

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  • Author: Kaylie Grace
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 brownies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

These vegan banana brownies are fudgy, moist, and so delicious! Put your overripe bananas to good use with this chocolaty dessert. It’s made with healthy, oil-free, dairy-free, and egg-free ingredients.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 cup mashed banana (~3 bananas)
  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/3 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
  • 1/4 cup plant-based milk
  • 12 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Create the flax eggs: Combine 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water in a bowl. Mix together and set aside to thicken.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: Add mashed banana, coconut sugar, nut butter, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, and flax eggs to a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
  4. Add dry ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking power, and salt. Do not over-mix the batter; mix it just until the ingredients come together. Then, fold in the chocolate chips.
  5. Bake: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or spray with cooking oil. Spread brownie batter across the pan. If desired, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
  6. Cool: Remove brownies from the oven and let them cool inside the pan. After, slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Do not over-mix the batter. Over-mixing develops the gluten (in the flour) and creates tough brownies.
  • Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g

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