Fudgy, gooey, dark chocolate goodness - let's make some healthy chocolate brownie cookies! You only need 1 bowl to make these cookies. No eggs are needed, just like my chewy oatmeal cookies where we use a banana to replace what an egg would do!
I have been making these fudgy cookies for the last couple of years, specifically when I'm craving cookie dough or I'm baking for my friends who are gluten free or allergic to eggs. This recipe is intensely chocolatey like my 4 ingredient recipe for sweet potato brownies and these carrot chocolate muffins!
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A few notes about the cookies ingredients from my nutrition perspective:
The base of these cookies is almond flour, which is a good source of protein, it is nutrient dense and will keep you full longer than a regular white flour cookie.
Good quality cocoa powder has high levels of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. I like to use dark chocolate chips as they contain less sugar and less other filler ingredients that are in milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Coconut sugar is less refined than other sugars, meaning there are some vitamins and minerals still in place. However, coconut sugar has similar calories and sugar content to other sugars; therefore, enjoy it in moderation like other sweeteners. If I run out of coconut sugar, I use brown sugar as a substitution.
Bananas are high in fiber, potassium, vitamin C, magnesium, and many other nutrients. When I can, I will buy organic bananas as they aren't sprayed with fungicides and pesticides that could affect my kids and my health.
My step-by-step photos for healthy brownie cookies
Step 1: In a medium bowl, place the melted coconut oil, coconut sugar (or brown sugar), mashed banana, and vanilla. Stir until well-combined.
Step 2: On top of the sugar and banana mixture, place the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and chocolate chips. Mix this very well.
Step 3: Make the dough into balls and place them on a greased cookie sheet. Press down each cookie slightly. Bake for 7-8 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177C), they should still look soft inside.
Step 4: Let the brookies (like a cookie and a brownie mixed together - get it?) cool on the pan for 5 minutes and they will become more firm, but still soft like a brownie. Then place them on a cooling rack to cool completely.
My top tips
- The key to making these brownie cookies is not overbaking them! Keep an eye on the oven once they have been in there for 7 minutes, then they may need 1-3 more minutes depending on your oven. These brownie cookies will still look a bit raw when you take them out of the oven but as they cool on the pan (for 5 minutes) they will become the perfect fudgy texture.
- Using a cookie scoop helps make all the cookies the same size, I used a 1.5 tablespoon scoop. As the batter is quite thick, I found running my scoop under water first before scooping each cookie ensured they came out of the scoop well.
Watch how I make these cookies:
Other recipes you may enjoy...
If you like fudgy chocolatey treats, you will also love these sweet potato brownies! For other cookies without eggs, try these chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. And for another wholesome and gluten-free treat, make some homemade heavenly hunks!
Healthy Chocolate Brownie Cookies
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil* 54 grams
- ½ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar 85 grams
- 1 teaspoon vanilla 4.2 grams
- ½ cup ripe mashed banana (about 1 banana) 150 grams
- 1 cups almond flour 96 grams
- ½ cup cocoa powder 50 grams
- ½ teaspoon baking powder 2.4 grams
- ½ teaspoon baking soda 3 grams
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips 40 grams
Instructions
- Turn the oven on to 350 Fahrenhiet (177C).
- In a medium bowl, place the melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, mashed banana, and vanilla - stir until well combined.
- On top of the sugar and banana mixture, place the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and chocolate chips, then mix very well.
- Use a cookie scoop (or a tablespoon) to make dough balls and place them on a greased cookie sheet. Press down each cookie slightly. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177C) for 7-8 minutes; they should still look soft inside. Let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes and they will become firmer but still like a brownie!
Notes
- *Coconut oil can be replaced with any other oil or melted butter.
- Baking time: Watch the cookies closely between 7-10 minutes and take them out when they are still soft, or else they will become cake-like. At my house, 8 minutes is the perfect timing, however, the elevation you live at can change baking times. Read about it here.
- Store these cookies in an airtight container. They will last 3 days in your cupboard or a week in the fridge. See the notes above on how to freeze these cookies.
- Freezing cookies: Package these cookies well - in a sealed bag or container - and they will last up to six months frozen.
- Freezing before baking: These cookies can be frozen as dough balls for three to six months if they are packaged well, (I like to do this to have fresh cookies in minutes!). Make them into dough balls and place them on a cookie sheet, freeze for 1 hour+ until they are completely frozen. Then place each cookie in a sealed bag or container, then in the freezer until you would like to bake them. When you want to bake them, preheat the oven to 350 Fahrenheit (177C), place them on a cookie sheet, bake for 4 minutes, then press them down, and bake for another 5-6 minutes. (This is a minute or two longer than the original baking time because they are frozen.)
Nutrition
Did you make these healthy brownie cookies? Would you take 5 seconds to give a star rating and review? I would be very happy if I got feedback from you, and it truly supports the growth of my blog. ❤️
Danika Vanderpyl, C.H.N
I create snack recipes with healthy ingredients that are mostly already in your kitchen. I'm certified in Holistic Nutrition and I care about giving my kids real food. Let me share my nutrient-dense easy snacks with you.
Olivia says
I’ve made these cookies a few times now and they are SO good! My husband has a specific diet that restricts gluten, dairy, and refined sugar, so it was awesome to find a cookie recipe that he can enjoy! This will be a recipe we use over and over again. Thanks Danika for such an easy to follow recipe with clear instructions!
Danika Vanderpyl says
Olivia! Thank you for sharing, so glad this recipe was exactly what you needed! It can be hard to be on those specific diets but easier with delicious recipes.
Alisha says
These Brownie Cookies are delicious! We made them for a second time and will continue to have them as a regular in our snack routine. They fill my insane chocolate cravings and seem even more satisfying. Thank-you so much Danika for taking the time to make clear instructions and add the great informative notes. The recipe is easy to follow and you answered any questions I may have had within the recipe so detailed. My kids and I will make these yummy cookies over and over together!
Danika Vanderpyl says
Love to hear this Alisha! So glad the instructions answered all your questions and I'm so happy you found and made this awesome recipe.
Rachel says
Love these cookies! Thanks for the recipe Danika, they are so fudgy and delicious!
danikavanderpyl says
Yessss for sure one of my faves! Glad you enjoyed these Rachel.
Charlotte says
Made these for a bbq party and they were a hit! Delightfully moist and gooey. Highly recommend for the chocolate lovers in your life.
danikavanderpyl says
Charlotte! Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. So glad you enjoyed them, honestly yess so amazing rightt? How gooey and moist they are!!
Mariah says
This is my go to recipe for cookies!! So soft and delicious.
Naomi Luchka says
I've made these a few times for myself and for guests. They are always a hit. I usually don't like banana flavoured things as I find the flavour overpowering, but that's not the case with these cookies. They have a great balance of flavours and they are very moist. Big fan. Big fan.
danikavanderpyl says
This is awesome to hear you have made them so many times!! It's true the banana taste does not come through strong. Thanks for being a fan.
Andrew says
I normally don't love cookies but these were really good. They are VERY soft and have a flavor that caught me returning to the plate on the kitchen counter over and over again.
danikavanderpyl says
So great to hear Andrew! I am glad you gave these cookies a chance and really enjoyed them.