Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent, moist blondie that combines the rich creaminess of ripe bananas, the nutty depth of almond butter, and the irresistible burst of dark chocolate and cherries. These aren't just any ordinary dessert bars - they're a game-changing treat that will revolutionize your baking game! Perfect for health-conscious sweet lovers and those craving a guilt-free indulgence, these blondies are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 Blondies
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped cherries
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing slight overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth and creamy using a fork or potato masher.
- Add almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are completely combined and create a uniform mixture.
- Sift almond flour and salt into the wet ingredients. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in half of the dark chocolate chips and half of the chopped cherries into the batter, distributing them evenly.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips and cherries on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Use parchment paper to lift the blondies out and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into 16 equal squares. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Tips
- Choose very ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness and moisture
- Use a light hand when mixing to prevent tough blondies - just fold until ingredients are barely combined
- For extra texture, slightly toast your chocolate chips before adding them to the batter
- Allow blondies to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat squares
- Experiment with different nut butters or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for gourmet variation
- Check your blondies a few minutes early to prevent overcooking - they should be slightly soft in the center
- Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
