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    Home » Sweets » Vegan Banana Brownies

    Vegan Banana Brownies

    Published: May 18, 2020 · Modified: Oct 31, 2020 by Kaylie Grace · 31 Comments

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    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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    Vegan Banana Brownies

    ★★★★★ 5 from 6 reviews
    • 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
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    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

    Scale
    • 1 cup mashed banana (~3 bananas)
    • ¾ cup coconut sugar
    • ⅓ cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
    • ¼ cup plant-based milk
    • 1–2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water)
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup cocoa powder
    • ½ tsp baking powder
    • ½ tsp salt
    • ⅔ cup vegan chocolate chips

    Instructions

    1. Prepare oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    2. Create the flax eggs: Combine 2 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 6 tablespoon 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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    1. Anastasia

      May 12, 2022 at 10:54 am

      These turned out so well. I added chopped pecans to the recipe and I think this will be my go to brownie from now on. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        May 13, 2022 at 11:13 am

        Great idea to add chopped pecans! Thanks, Anastasia 🙂 Glad you loved these banana brownies!

        Reply
    2. Vronski

      February 24, 2022 at 7:56 pm

      Divine, thanks for sharing

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        February 28, 2022 at 3:58 pm

        Thank you so much, Vronski! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Kathleen Oro

      January 14, 2022 at 11:00 am

      Hi I made this yesterday and my son loves it! Thank you for the recipe. Can we freeze this? Planning to make some ahead whenever he goes to day care.

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        January 14, 2022 at 12:52 pm

        Hi, Kathleen! Yes, you can freeze these banana brownies. I suggest placing them in a ziplock bag with a piece of parchment paper between each brownie so they don’t stick together 🙂

        Reply
    4. Beth

      March 24, 2021 at 9:31 am

      These are the best brownies!!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        March 24, 2021 at 12:24 pm

        Thank you, Beth! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Cheyenne

      January 12, 2021 at 11:37 am

      Loved the recipe but I used almond flower and it didn’t bake just stayed mushy can’t wait to try it again anyone else use almond flower with success?

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        January 12, 2021 at 8:07 pm

        Hey, Cheyenne! You typically cannot substitute almond flour for all-purpose flour. That’s why it didn’t work for you! Almond flour has more moisture, which is why your brownies stayed mushy. I recommend using oat flour instead. You should have better success with that. Alternatively, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour that contains xanthan gum. I like the Bob’s Red Mill brand. Enjoy! xo

        Reply
    6. Heidi

      January 02, 2021 at 6:47 pm

      Super delicious brownies and a perfect way to use up those forgotten overripe bananas! Thanks for sharing this recipe 🙂

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        January 02, 2021 at 9:29 pm

        So happy you enjoyed these banana brownies, Heidi! Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Abeer

      December 24, 2020 at 2:18 am

      Hi!!
      Merry Christmas 🎄
      Can i replace all purpose flour to oat flour!

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        December 25, 2020 at 1:20 am

        Hi, Abeer! Merry Christmas! 🙂 I have not tried this recipe with oat flour, but it should work totally fine. Please do let me know how it goes for you! I suspect it will be great with oat flour.

        Reply
    8. Aidan

      October 17, 2020 at 4:24 pm

      Hi! Can I replace the sugar with an artificial sweetener (like liquid stevia)?

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        October 17, 2020 at 10:55 pm

        Hey, Aidan! I typically advise against replacing granulated sugars with liquid sweeteners. The consistency of the batter will be different due to the change. You can certainly give it a try, but I cannot guarantee it will work the same as the original recipe. If you do happen to try it, let me know how it goes 🙂 If you are looking for a sugar-free alternative, I would recommend monkfruit granulated sugar.

        Reply
    9. Rachel jones

      August 28, 2020 at 6:17 am

      Knocked up this morning! Perfect!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        August 28, 2020 at 8:14 am

        So glad you enjoyed these brownies, Rachel! 🙂

        Reply
    10. elvaretta

      August 16, 2020 at 9:09 am

      how long can it lasts?

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        August 16, 2020 at 10:39 am

        It will last for 3 days at room temperature or up to 1 week in the refrigerator 🙂

        Reply
    11. Sha Uson

      August 10, 2020 at 12:55 pm

      Can i replace flax seeds to chia?

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        August 10, 2020 at 9:25 pm

        Hi, Sha! 🙂 I don’t recommend it. Flax seeds can be replaced with chia seeds in things like smoothies and granola, but it’s not a great idea to replace them in baking. The reason ground flaxseed is required is because it acts as an egg replacer. It’s super important to create the “flax egg” in this recipe in order to bind all of the ingredients together 🙂

        Reply
      • Mal in AZ

        April 26, 2023 at 6:01 pm

        Hi Sha. I ground up chia seeds because I didn’t have flax. I substituted 1:1 and had great success making the “egg” for this recipe (and the brownies turned out fantastic). I say go for it!

        Reply
        • Kaylie Grace

          April 27, 2023 at 10:33 am

          Hi, Mal! Thanks so much for sharing your experience 🙂

          Reply
    12. Andre

      August 06, 2020 at 12:00 pm

      Hi. Can I replace with regular eggs?

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        August 06, 2020 at 12:03 pm

        Hi, Andre! I have not tested this recipe with regular eggs since I follow a vegan diet. Real eggs bind and stiffen more during baking, so it isn’t an exact 1:1 replacement. If you’re going to try it, stick with just one egg. Please do let me know how it goes, too! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Talia

      July 16, 2020 at 8:43 am

      Hi can I replace the coconut sugar with maple syrup and if so, how much?

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        July 16, 2020 at 9:52 am

        Hi, Talia! I do not recommend replacing dry sugar with liquid sugar. You can replace coconut sugar with another type of dry sugar (brown, cane, maple sugar, etc).

        Reply
        • Talia

          July 16, 2020 at 12:42 pm

          Thanks! Just made them using brown sugar and WOW!!! These are amazing!! I didn’t have chocolate chips on hand but these were still delicious without them

          ★★★★★

          Reply
    14. Megha Bhaskar

      July 10, 2020 at 10:43 pm

      OMG these are the best Vegan brownies I have baked in a looooooong time. Perfect in every way and healthy too. My kids finished the batch as soon as I made it and I Have to bake some more 😊😊😊Thanks a lot for the Recipe ☺️☺️☺️😍😍😍
      Xoxo
      Megha
      Bengaluru India

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Kaylie Grace

        July 11, 2020 at 9:47 am

        Hi, Megha! Yay!! I’m so happy you and your kids loved these vegan brownies!! 😊😊

        Reply

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