Healthy Brownies (Raspberry and Chocolate)

These healthy brownies are absolutely divine! Rich, moist and fudgy, they are made with real dark chocolate, bananas, avocado and are studded with red raspberries for a burst of freshness. Perfect for a guilt-free dessert or healthy snack.

Trust me, you’ll want to make these brownies again and again!

These chocolate and raspberry brownies are exactly what you need any time those chocolate cravings hit. They have a luscious, fudgy centre and an intensely rich chocolate flavour and are so indulgent that you will forget that they are actually healthy!

Made with healthier ingredients, they are naturally sweetened with avocado and banana, which also makes them ridiculously moist and fudgy. They are also ultra-dense and have those signature crackly shiny tops that the best brownies have.

Plus, they’re super easy to make and are freezer-friendly too, so you can make a batch and keep them aside for a healthy afternoon snack, decadent dessert or lunchbox treat.

Why You’re Going To Love This Recipe

Easy To Make – you’ll love how simple they are to throw together!
Fudgy Texture – they use real chocolate for an intense flavour and smooth, fudgy texture.
Freezer-Friendly – pop them in the freezer to enjoy whenever the need for something chocolatey and delicious arises.
Conventional and Thermomix- this recipe can be made in a blender, food processor or Thermomix. You will find both the conventional and Thermomix methods in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. *See notes below if you don’t have a blender.

What You Need

Packed full of healthy and nutritious ingredients, these brownies are simply irresistible.

Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

Avocados – are a healthy and creamy replacement for butter, oil and cream in baking. Soft, ripe avocados are needed , as hard avocados won’t break down or blend nicely into the mixture. You will need 1 cup (150 grams) of chopped avocado, which is approximately 2 small avocados. The taste of avocado is mild, so by the time you’ve added the chocolate, cocoa and other ingredients, you will hardly notice it.

Banana – a ripe, soft banana is used to add moisture and sweetness to the brownie batter. It also helps to hold everything together.

Eggs – are used for moisture and to bind the mixture together. They also give the brownies a little lift.

Dark chocolate – melted dark chocolate is added to the batter for chewiness and fudginess, as well as the intense chocolate flavour. The quality of the chocolate you use will affect the quality of the brownie; so choose a good quality chocolate that you love to eat from the packet.

Vanilla – enhances the chocolate flavour. You can use vanilla extract or paste.

Flour – a mix of plain and self-raising flour is used . This is because we want the brownies to rise, but not too much. They need to be dense too.

Cocoa powder – for extra chocolate flavour. Choose a good quality unsweetened cocoa powder for best results. Cocoa powder can be swapped for cacao powder, if preferred.

Milk – for moisture. Use regular, full-fat dairy milk for best results.

Raspberries – fresh or frozen raspberries can be used, depending on what you have on hand. If you use frozen berries, don’t thaw them first. Add them to the mixture straight from the freezer.

Equipment Required

The avocado, banana and chocolate mixture needs to be blended until smooth, so you will need a high powered blender, food processor or Thermomix.

You will also need a 20 x 28cm baking tin and a spatula.

Step By Step Instructions

These 4 step blender brownies are so easy to make!

Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

Step 1 – Melt The Chocolate

In a heat-proof bowl, melt the chocolate in the microwave on medium heat in 20 second bursts, stirring in between (or use a Thermomix to melt the chocolate).

Step 2 – Mix The Wet Ingredients

Place the melted chocolate, avocado, banana, eggs and vanilla extract into a blender (or Thermomix) and mix until smooth.

Step 3 – Add The Dry Ingredients

Sift in the dry ingredients gradually, alternating with the milk.

Fold the mixture (or see Thermomix instructions below) until it is combined.

Stir through the raspberries gently.

Step 4 – Bake

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking tin and sprinkle with extra raspberries. When the brownies are cooked, the top should be set and a knife or toothpick should come out mostly clean when stuck into the middle, with some sticky crumbs.

** Leave the brownies in the tin for at least 10 minutes before placing into the fridge to cool completely before cutting.

Expert Tips

Fresh or frozen raspberries can be used. If using frozen berries, don’t thaw them first.
Choose a good quality chocolate for best results.
Don’t have a food processor? You can make these brownies by mashing the avocado and banana with a fork until mostly smooth. A food processor, blender or Thermomix will give a smoother result, but you will still have success without one.
Sprinkle a few chocolate chips over the top before baking, for extra indulgence!
For dairy-free brownies, use your preferred dairy-free milk of choice and swap regular chocolate for dairy-free chocolate.

FAQs

When are my brownies done?

Cooking times can vary, as ovens differ greatly (or can be incorrectly calibrated). I recommend checking the brownies at 25 minutes and doing a “toothpick test”. Insert a toothpick or a wooden skewer into the centre of the brownies. It should come out with moist crumbs attached, or even a little gooey batter attached for a gooey brownie). Keep in mind that the brownies will continue to bake in the pan after being removed from the oven. The top of the brownies should also be set.

Can brownies be healthy?

Regular brownies are not considered a “healthy treat” by any means. They contain loads of sugar, oils, butter and chocolate. These brownies are made with avocado instead of butter or oil and are naturally sweetened with bananas and raspberries instead of using sugar. Due to these healthier swaps, they contain more fibre and nutrients and are a much healthier alternative to regular chocolate brownies. They should be enjoyed in moderation.

Storing & Freezing

Store the brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Alternatively, freeze for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost in the fridge before consuming.

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Healthy Raspberry Brownies

These gorgeous healthy brownies are absolutely divine! Rich, moist and fudgy, they are made with real dark chocolate, bananas, avocado and are studded with red raspberries for a burst of freshness.

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Chocolate, Healthy Recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes 0 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 20 serves
Calories: 135kcal

Ingredients

Metric – US Customary
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Instructions

Conventional Method

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Grease and line a 20 X 28cm rectangular baking tin with baking paper and set aside.
Place the melted chocolate, avocado, banana, eggs and vanilla extract into a blender and mix until smooth.
Sift in the dry ingredients gradually, alternating with the milk. Fold the mixture until it is combined. Stir through the raspberries gently.
Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and sprinkle with extra raspberries (if desired).
Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes – when the brownies are cooked the top should be set and a knife should come out mostly clean when stuck into the middle.
Remove the brownies from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before placing in the fridge to cool completely.

Thermomix Method

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Grease and line a 20 X 28cm rectangular baking tin with baking paper and set aside.
Place the dark chocolate into the Thermomix bowl and melt for 2-3 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2 (or until melted).
Add the avocado, banana, eggs and vanilla extract and mix on Speed 5, 10 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat for a further 10 seconds.
With the blades turning on Speed 2, alternate between adding the dry ingredients and the milk. Increase to Speed 4 for 5 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat. Stir the raspberries through with the spatula.
Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and sprinkle with extra raspberries (if desired).
Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes – when the brownies are cooked the top should be set and a knife should come out mostly clean when stuck into the middle. Remove the brownies from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before placing in the fridge to cool completely.

Notes

Fresh or frozen raspberries can be used. If using frozen berries, don’t thaw them first.
Choose a good quality chocolate for best results.
Don’t have a food processor? You can make these brownies by mashing the avocado and banana with a fork until mostly smooth. A food processor, blender or Thermomix will give a smoother result, but you will still have success without one.
Sprinkle a few chocolate chips over the top before baking, for extra indulgence!
For dairy-free brownies, use your preferred dairy-free milk of choice and swap regular chocolate for dairy-free chocolate.
How to test when they are ready; Cooking times can vary, as ovens differ greatly (or can be incorrectly calibrated). I recommend checking the brownies at 25 minutes and doing a “toothpick test”. Insert a toothpick or a wooden skewer into the centre of the brownies. It should come out with moist crumbs attached, or even a little gooey batter attached for a gooey brownie). Keep in mind that the brownies will continue to bake in the pan after being removed from the oven. The top of the brownies should also be set.
Storing & Freezing – Slice into pieces and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days (or freeze for up to 3 months).

Recipe by CookGoodRecipes.com

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