PB3 (Peanut Butter Banana Brownies)

No one can argue whether brownies are a classic. You know what else is a classic? The combinations of peanut butter and chocolate, as well as banana and chocolate. However, in the Active Indulgence kitchen we like to take things a step further, so we combined all three flavors into a delicious, healthy brownie recipe!

This recipe makes six jumbo-sized brownies, which can easily be split into two servings to cut the calories in half. Additionally, for an even lower calorie option, you can substitute powdered peanut butter in place of regular.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas

• 2 scoops vanilla whey protein (any brand will do, but we used MyProtein)

• ¾ cup Truvia

• ½ cup Country Crock light butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ¾ cup whole wheat flour

• ¼ cup 100% unsweetened cocoa powder

• ⅛ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter (PB2 mixed with water can be substituted for a lower calorie option)

• (optional) powdered sugar for topping

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a standard 9x9 baking dish with cooking spray.

2. In a bowl, mash the bananas. Add the Truvia, butter, and vanilla, and whisk until combined. Add the flour, salt, and cocoa powder, and whisk until fully incorporated.

3. Pour batter into prepared baking dish.

4. Use a spoon to add dollops of peanut butter on top of the batter. Use a butter knife to swirl the peanut butter into the brownie batter.

5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until center no longer jiggles when pan is shaken.

6. Once cooled sprinkle with powdered sugar (if desired), cut, and enjoy!

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