Banana Tahini Blondies (Vegan, Gluten-free)

Rich, fudgy, and naturally sweetened—these banana blondies are the perfect way to use up ripe bananas and feel like dessert without the sugar crash.

I don’t know about you, but when my kids ask to get bananas… we always end up with a couple that go brown on the counter before anyone eats them. So, instead of tossing them, I turn them into something everyone actually wants—like these vegan banana tahini blondies.

They're gooey, just sweet enough, and packed with ingredients I feel good about: tahini for healthy fats, coconut flour for fiber, and flax for an extra boost. One bowl, no mixer, and they freeze beautifully (if you somehow have leftovers).

🌿 Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed

  • ½ cup tahini

  • ¼ cup maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ cup coconut flour

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp sea salt

  • ½ cup vegan chocolate chunks or chips

  • Optional: 1 tbsp ground flax for added fiber and texture

🍽️ Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan or 8x8 pan with parchment paper.

  2. In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, tahini, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.

  3. Add coconut flour, baking soda, sea salt (and flax if using). Stir until well combined — the batter will be thick!

  4. Fold in chocolate chunks.

  5. Spread into pan evenly and top with a few more chocolate chunks.

  6. Bake for 20–24 minutes, until golden around the edges and just set in the center.

  7. Let cool completely before slicing for the perfect texture!

✨ Kelly’s Notes:

  • Coconut flour absorbs a lot of moisture, so don’t substitute 1:1 with almond or oat flour.

  • Want a stronger banana flavor? Add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of banana extract.

  • Store in the fridge for a firm texture or microwave for a gooey treat.

✨ Tag @Kellysgreenkitchen_ if you make this and let me know how it turned out!

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