Description
These fast and forgiving Banana Carrot Brownies combine ripe bananas and grated carrots for a sweet treat that’s kid-approved and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 1–2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup almond flour or oat flour
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), vegan chocolate chips, ground flaxseed or chia seeds, espresso powder, cinnamon or orange zest, toasted seeds (pumpkin or sunflower)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.
- Mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth.
- Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract into the bananas.
- Add almond or oat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; fold gently.
- Fold in the grated carrots and mix-ins.
- Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Cool for 20–30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For texture, avoid overmixing and ensure ripe bananas are used for sweetness. Chocolate chips or nuts can be added for preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: banana brownies, carrot brownies, kid-friendly dessert, quick brownies, healthy brownies