Lusciously rich, chip-laden fudge brownies with a savory swirl of peanut butter for a fraction of the calories. Sink your teeth into these peanut butter avocado brownies and be transported into a world where chocolate fantasies really do come true!
You guys, I seriously cannot tell you how flipping delicious these skinny peanut butter avocado brownies are! You’ve got no idea how long this recipe has been sitting in my “drafts” folder anxiously awaiting it’s debut.
Wanna know why it took me ages to get this chocoholic peanut butter love recipe to ya?
No words. That’s right, I was stuck. I had no words to describe how lush, rich, and day-making these brownies are. Your friends will never suspect these are low-fat, and thankfully your waistline will never give away just how many you ate.
All it takes is four ingredients, one bowl, and a wooden spoon to achieve peanut butter avocado brownie perfection! {tweet this}
Who’s with me?
Just look at these. See how dark and gorgeous that chocolate color is? Makes me dream of swimming in ganache. Yeah, I’d do that. Of course, just like the traditional avocado brownies recipe I shared with you, these peanut butter brownies are also made with the best brownie mix on the planet. It has three kinds of chocolate chips. I rest my case.
Avocado brownies are simply just brownies made using the natural fats (and vitamins!) of avocados instead of the traditional vegetable oil and eggs. Check out how many calories you’ll save just from using avocados in place of the classic brownie box ingredients.
Ever wondered how to get that pretty peanut butter swirl on top of your brownies? All you’ve got to do is drop spoonfuls of peanut butter (I used creamy) on top of the raw batter and take a sharp knife through the globs in long, slow strokes. It’s so easy but really adds to the visual appeal of this homemade brownie recipe- and makes them even easier to photograph! As they say, you eat with your eyes first!
Since I’ve baked these brownies often, I’ll offer you some insider tips to getting the best avocado brownies from a boxed mix.
- Puree the avocado until it’s silky smooth. Press it through a sieve or use a food mill or baby food grinder to get it creamy smooth.
- Use the best brownie mix. If you want stellar brownies that WOW your friends, be sure to invest in the highest quality brownie mix for this recipe.
- Bake them longer. Bake these brownies just a smidge more than classic brownies from scratch, about 3-5 minutes longer than the box states.
- 1 box brownie mix (for 9x9" batch)
- ⅔ cup pureed avocado
- ⅓ cup water
- ½ cup peanut butter
- Butter a 9x9" baking dish and preheat oven according to the brownie mix box instructions.
- Add brownie mix, pureed avocado, and water to a large bowl and stir to combine. Pour into greased baking dish.
- Dollop spoonfuls of peanut butter on top of brownie batter and use a sharp knife to pull through the batter to marble it.
- Bake according to brownie mix instructions. If a toothpick inserted comes out with raw batter, continue cooking 5 minutes or until it removes clean.
- Cool completely and slice brownies with a plastic knife for best results.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Brownies are always a crowd-pleaser. Just imagine how stunned your guests will be when you tell them you (kind hostess, you!) made their droolworthy peanut butter brownies using fruit. They’ll pat you on the back, rave about your brownies to the entire office, and definitely beg you to make them again and again.
Create even more indulgilicious chocolate desserts with me! Check out these recipes.
- Chocolate Truffle Cake
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cups
- 5 Minute Brownies
- Chocolate Mint Brownie Cheesecake
- Chocolate Cookie Dough Crunch Cupcakes
Yum! I am always looking for low cal but delicious desserts!
Thanks for sharing!
Xo, Corazón
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Yum! I loved your last avocado brownies and I STILL need to try and make them. This post just gave me a little kick the pants to do it. Can’t wait! Looks delicious.. and beautiful pics as always Jelli!
Thanks for the kind words, Krista! You really do need to get ‘er done, as they say 😉 I took these brownies to a get-together and everyone was shocked to find out they had avocado in them. Gooey, chewy, and perfectly satisfying with a cold glass of milk. Hope you have a great week!
What?! 4 ingredients?! I totally want to make these now. I love avocado in baking… it’s so adaptable (and healthy)!
Thanks for sharing. Wishing you a lovely day.
xoxo
Thanks, Jennifer! I love brownies too much to try mutilating the recipe to make them 100% healthy, but with avocado you’d never guess it’s even in there- a wonderful substitute. Hope you give them a try soon.
they look delicious!
Oh boy, are they ever! You should definitely pick up a brownie mix and go to town, Dina. Thank you so much for visiting today.
Um, I pretty much want to dive head first into this gorgeous mess of brownies! I love that you use avocado to make it creamy (but healthy). I have yet to try chocolate + avocado but since I love both with great passion, I know I will love them together 🙂
Let’s both dive in, Amy! These brownies are gorgeous and unforgettable. I know you mentioned a love for avocado, but you won’t notice it’s flavor in these brownies. Maybe if you added a chocolate avocado mousse frosting… hey, there’s an idea! Thank you for stopping by today. Hope to see you again soon.
These look so good! Peanut butter and chocolate is my favorite dessert combination, and I love that it only takes 4 ingredients!
Megan, pb and chocolate are definitely my favorite dessert flavor duo too. Ice cream, cookies, cheesecake- you name it! Thanks so much for stopping by to love on my recipe. Hope you give it a whirl soon!
Oh my, these look so delicious and easy to make! Never tried adding avocado to brownies so I’ll definitely give this recipe a try! Pinned!
Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing the brownie love, Roxy! You’ve absolutely got to try these. They’re so simple to put together and taste fabulous- perfect for one of those last-minute parties when you don’t have time to create a dessert masterpiece with layers upon layers of goodness, fillings, frostings, etc. Hope to see you around again soon!
Yummers! These sound delicious! Thank you bunches for linking up and partying with us!
Kristi, it’s a pleasure linking up with you. It’s always the first thing I do when I get home from church even though my husband’s usually more keen on getting lunch served. Thank you so much for stopping by today. Have a beautiful weekend.
Jelli–you have just rocked my world. I love chocolate and peanut butter so finding a healthier recipe that includes both of those gets me really excited! I’m so glad you shared this at Frugal Crafty Home because this post will be one of my features at our party tonight!
Yay! Carrie, thank you so much for sharing the post tonight. You’ll be hard-pressed to find an easier peanut butter brownie recipe that’s at least semi-healthy. So so good! Have a beautiful Sunday.
I can’t believe there are only 4 ingredients in the recipe. I have no reason to put off making this at home anymore. Great photos!
Yep, it’s really easy to get that choco-pb fix with these brownies. You definitely have to try them soon and let me know what you think, Michelle. We give ’em 2 thumbs up! Thank you so much for your sweet compliments. It’s a real journey learning to better my food photography, but the eating in the process is all worth it!
I love you for this. That is all. Avocados are one of my many obsessions! Must try this!
Haha, thanks, Amanda! Beware, you should have a crowd over when you make these. Otherwise you just might regret polishing off the whole pan… maybe 😉
These look INCREDIBLE. I’ve been meaning to try using avocados in dessert recipes (like brownies) because I’ve heard how fantastic it is. Someone I know even made ice cream out of avocados! These brownies are CALLING my name– cant wait to try this! Thanks!
Ali, you absolutely must try these soon if you’ve avo-crazy like we are! Thanks so much for stopping by- and the mention of avocado ice cream.. Girl, you’ve got to share that recipe. Sounds fab! Have a super week!
That is something new. I love avocado! We have to try this.
Lynndee, avocado is awesome for your body, so it’s great that you are a fan. Though you won’t really taste it in this recipe, I’m sure you and your family will love the brownies. Be sure to stop back and let me know!
So I’m huge on making avocado brownies from scratch & eggless but to add pb on top or even a nut butter somehow surpased me lol; anywho I’m new to following your blog and figuring out how it all works. I’m 23 and live in Cedar Rapids Iowa. I have a 2y old son & an almonst 1y old daughter (bday is 9/23) and as well as your rec’s I am browsing your cloth diapering advice as I’m just jumping on band wagon as of today 🙂
Thanks so much, Amanda, for introducing yourself! Hope you do give the PB Avocado Brownies a try. They’re fantastic! And if you’re really up for some good eats, swirling cream cheese into them makes them even tastier. I should totally blog that recipe too! Have a beautiful week and thanks for stopping by.
Have you ever tried doing sweet potato or black bean brownies–those are JUST as yummy and versatile!
Nope, never have! I only had a food processor for a short time and never could mash beans smooth enough to make brownies out of them (though I did try!)
I use a potato masher when doing the black bean brownies..for the sweet potato brownies I do the same if my other appliances are being used 🙂