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3-Ingredient Fudgy Brownies (gluten-free, vegan, paleo)

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Delicious 3-Ingredient Fudgy Brownies: Gluten-Free, Vegan & Paleo Recipe

Treat yourself to these simple 3-ingredient Fudgy Brownies made with nut butter, banana, and unsweetened cocoa powder. These gluten-free, vegan, and Whole30-approved brownies have zero added sugar, offering a wholesome and satisfying dessert that’s quick to whip up. Perfect for enjoying a naturally sweet, chocolatey dessert!

This summer, I’ve been concentrating on eating less processed, more whole foods with lower sugar content. A few months ago, I noticed I was consuming too many “healthier” processed options and not watching the added sugar. I’m focusing on getting protein from “real-food” sources instead of relying on protein powders or snack bars. I feel much better and rarely need my afternoon coffee, and I don’t experience the usual “sugar crash” at the end of the day.

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These 3-ingredient brownies are as wholesome as they come. A few years back, I was obsessed with peanut butter and banana brownies. I made a version with peanut butter, banana, egg, and sweet potatoes, which became one of my favorites! With some ripe bananas to use up, I decided to create a similar recipe using just two other ingredients: almond butter and banana.

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You’re going to love these brownies! They’re fudgy, intensely chocolatey, and just as sweet as traditional ones. Bananas deserve more credit for their natural sweetness—you might even fool your kids into thinking they’re enjoying the most popular brownies. The texture on top reminds me of the cosmic brownies I loved as a kid.

This recipe yields 12 brownies, and the nutrition facts are impressive:

98 Calories, 11g Carbs, 3g Fiber, 6g Fat, 3g Protein, 4g Sugar.

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THREE INGREDIENT HEALTHY BROWNIES

  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 3 Extra Ripe Bananas
  • Salted OR Unsalted Almond Butter (YOU CAN USE ANY NUT BUTTER!)

Just because I used three ingredients for these brownies doesn’t mean you have to. Use this recipe as your “base” and feel free to add your favorite extras like cinnamon, vanilla, chocolate chips, or icing on top!

Some of my favorite almond flour recipes on the blog!

Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate Drizzled Almond Cookies
Figgy Banana Blondies
Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Muffins
Baked Pesto Chicken Parm
Almond Flour Cheesecake
Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
Almond Flour Lemon Poppyseed Muffins
Almond Flour Low Carb Chicken Nuggets
Cheddar Biscuits

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Ingredient Substitutions

You can replace the almond butter with any nut butter of your choice. Here are some of my favorites:

  • Peanut Butter
  • Cashew Butter
  • Hazelnut Butter
  • Sunflower Seed Butter
  • Macadamia Nut Butter
  • Granola Butter (a new favorite of mine!)

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My favorite part about these brownies is how easy they are to make, and you probably already have all the ingredients at home!three-ingredient brownies, 3-ingredient brownies- paleo brownies, whole30 brownies, whole30 compliant, whole30 ingredients, whole30 cravings, whole30 dessert, low carb, Whole Foods, dairy free, organic, vegan, plant based, low calorie, healthier food, summer, light, trick your kids, banana, cashew, nut butter, almond butter, banana, low carb, plant based desserts, baking, healthy food, back to school treats, vegan cosmic brownie, gluten free, dairy free, no peanuts, legume free, diet, weight loss brownies, healthy snacking
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Look at how amazing they turned out! It’s hard to believe they’re made with just three ingredients. 😮 If you’d like me to share the sweet potato brownie recipe, just let me know! It’s been a while since I made them, but I’m sure I can recreate it.
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3-Ingredient Fudgy Brownies

Taralynn
These healthy fudgy brownies are made with only three ingredients! They're vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and budget-friendly.
5 from 13 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 12 Brownies
Calories 98 kcal

Equipment

  • oven

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large bananas extra ripe
  • 1/2 cup organic creamy almond butter salted or unsalted
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 350-degrees
  • In a large mixing bowl, mash bananas until lump-free.
  • Mix in the almond butter, and cocoa powder.
  • Grease a baking sheet, and evenly distribute the batter into the pan.
  • Bake 17-20 minutes.
    Use the toothpick method to determine if they're done.
  • Let the brownies chill in the refrigerator for 45-minutes.
  • Store in the refrigerator for best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 98kcal
Keyword brownies, paleo, whole30 compliant,, snack, breakfast, healthy, gluten free, dairy free, vegan, on the go, whole foods
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Questions for you!

  1. Do you have a favorite 3-ingredient recipe?
  2. Do you find yourself eating healthier in the summer or winter?
  3. Are you team walnuts in your brownie?

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I have made these brownies weekly! Here are more photos.
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With an almond butter swirl on top! three-ingredient brownies, 3-ingredient brownies- paleo brownies, whole30 brownies, whole30 compliant, whole30 ingredients, whole30 cravings, whole30 dessert, low carb, Whole Foods, dairy free, organic, vegan, plant based, low calorie, healthier food, summer, light, trick your kids, banana, cashew, nut butter, almond butter, banana, low carb, plant based desserts, baking, healthy food, back to school treats, vegan cosmic brownie, gluten free, dairy free, no peanuts, legume free, diet, weight loss brownies, healthy snacking
With sugar-free chocolate chips on top! three-ingredient brownies, 3-ingredient brownies- paleo brownies, whole30 brownies, whole30 compliant, whole30 ingredients, whole30 cravings, whole30 dessert, low carb, Whole Foods, dairy free, organic, vegan, plant based, low calorie, healthier food, summer, light, trick your kids, banana, cashew, nut butter, almond butter, banana, low carb, plant based desserts, baking, healthy food, back to school treats, vegan cosmic brownie, gluten free, dairy free, no peanuts, legume free, diet, weight loss brownies, healthy snacking
Try it with unsweetened coconut! It toasts up perfectly! three-ingredient brownies, 3-ingredient brownies- paleo brownies, whole30 brownies, whole30 compliant, whole30 ingredients, whole30 cravings, whole30 dessert, low carb, Whole Foods, dairy free, organic, vegan, plant based, low calorie, healthier food, summer, light, trick your kids, banana, cashew, nut butter, almond butter, banana, low carb, plant based desserts, baking, healthy food, back to school treats, vegan cosmic brownie, gluten free, dairy free, no peanuts, legume free, diet, weight loss brownies, healthy snackingThis time with an almond butter swirl and caramel chocolate on top!

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42 Comments

  2. 5 stars
    All I can say is bravo. We made these last night and my three year old ate half the batch. We will be making these again. I love all of your recipes, Taralynn.

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  3. 5 stars
    These look super yummy! My goal is to start eating healthier and finding healthier-versions of my favorite sweet treats. I’ll definitely give this recipe a try soon!

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  5. Hello Taralynn,

    I will put this recipe in my “to-do list”, the texture seems incredible.

    1. I cook very often a 3 ingredients “vegetable cream” : rice milk + almond cream + a vegetable (carotts work very well). Fast, healthy, delicious. I also add the spice of my choice.
    2. More than an healthier season, the period plays an important role : it is difficult to maintain a healthy diet during the Christmas season, or in holidays, when you just want to taste everything because everything is a discovery.
    3. I prefer brownies without walnut, not because I don’t like it, but because chocolate recipes contains enough fat with the chocolate + almond cream/butter combo. Adding oleaginous seems then “too much” and can tire the liver. For me, the fewer ingredients, the better : for the taste and for our body (when the combo is simple, our body can digest it easier).

    I agree, adding sugar is unnecessary in the presence of a naturally sweet fruit such as banana !

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    1. Hi, Karine!

      I hope you get to make them soon! 🙂

      I agree with #2 for sure! & that vegetable cream sounds amazing! I may have to try that out.

      👍

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  6. Linda Edgar says:

    Would love the sweet potato recipe.

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    2. Phyllis Lewandowski says:

      Sweet potato or avocado brownies sound good to me.

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        1. Amazing job. Thanks for taking the guess work out of it. Looking forward to some fudge brownies and not feel so guilty afterwards 🍫😅

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  7. Martha Guenett Simmons says:

    Please blog your sweet potato brownie recipe. These look good and as a type1 diabetic I thank you for using bananas, they offer sweetness as well.

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    2. Is butter essential ? Is there any healthier substitute?

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  8. Phyllis Lewandowski says:

    5 stars
    Sweet potato or avocado brownies sound good to me.

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  9. Heather Stacy says:

    5 stars
    Definitely shared this to Facebook. I was eating the batter like a child 😂. I haven’t eaten them yet, but they smell amazing!

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  10. 5 stars
    I use these same ingredients to make chocolate pudding so I knew these would be good! Mine took a little longer to bake because I didn’t have the right pan. Lol They turned out super fudgey! I’ll definitely be baking these again!

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  11. Delicious!! These were so good!! I made these for my vegan friend who loved them as well. Thank you!

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  12. Can you please let me know how long can we store these?

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  13. What size pan did you use for these?

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  14. 5 stars
    I have an awesome Paleo brownie recipe, but SO many ingredeitns I wanted fast tonight and saw your post. They’re int he oven now – thanks!

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    1. Hi Taralynn!
      I’m planning on making these and was wondering if I could use any nut butters (like peanut butter) or will they not turn out right if I do this?
      Thanks!

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  15. Do you immediately put these on the fridge from the oven to cool? Thanks!

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  16. 5 stars
    Omg, these were amazing! I have made a lot of paleo desserts over the years and this might be the best one. Even better after being in the fridge overnight. Almost like the top had frosting on it! Thanks for the great recipe!

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  17. 5 stars
    This recipe was delicious. I used crunchy cashew butter because it’s what I had on hand. Thank you !

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    1. I’m so happy to hear that 😊 I bet crunchy cashew butter was so good with this recipe. I’ll try that!

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  18. Can these be made with frozen bananas?

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  19. These brownies are amazing! I’ve just made them and I’m making them again tomorrow! Thanks for the recipe 🙂

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  20. 5 stars
    I love this recipe! The first time I made a single batch and they were so great. My next batch was doubled with chopped walnuts.and unsweetened coconut stirred in and I used a 9X13 pan.

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    1. I love adding walnuts to these too! So glad you loved them!:) I’ll try them with coconut next!

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