Get ready to indulge in the ultimate guilt-free treat that will make your taste buds dance and your health-conscious heart sing! These Dark Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Brownie Bites are about to revolutionize your snack game, combining the rich decadence of brownies with the wholesome goodness of banana bread. Imagine biting into a miniature morsel that's packed with dark chocolate, naturally sweetened, and so irresistibly moist that you won't believe it's actually a healthier alternative to traditional desserts!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bites
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with silicone liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas using a fork until they become a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Add maple syrup to the mashed bananas and mix well, ensuring the sweetener is fully incorporated.
- Sift together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl to remove any lumps and ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the banana-maple mixture, stirring gently until a uniform batter forms.
- Gently fold in most of the dark chocolate chips, reserving a small handful for topping.
- Carefully spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of each brownie bite for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the brownie bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- • Use very ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness and moisture • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing • Don't overmix the batter - gently fold ingredients to keep the texture light • Use silicone mini muffin liners for easy removal and cleanup • For extra richness, choose high-quality dark chocolate chips with at least 70% cocoa content • Allow brownie bites to cool completely to set their perfect texture • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent them from drying out • For a protein boost, you can add a scoop of protein powder to the dry ingredients • If you're dairy-free, ensure your chocolate chips are dairy-free as well
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
