Question 1

Do these taste like banana?

Accepted Answer

The banana flavor is mild. Peanut butter and cacao dominate. Most people taste chocolate and peanut butter first, with a subtle sweetness from the banana in the background.

Question 2

Can I use regular cocoa powder instead of Alcami Cacao?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the same amount (3 tablespoons). Unsweetened cacao powder or Dutch-process cocoa powder both work. The brownies will taste the same; you just won't get the adaptogenic mushroom and herb benefits that Alcami provides.

Question 3

Are these vegan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as your peanut butter contains no animal-derived ingredients. Most natural peanut butters are vegan.

Question 4

Are these gluten-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There is no flour in this recipe. All three ingredients are naturally gluten-free. If you have celiac disease, verify that your cacao powder and peanut butter are certified gluten-free to rule out cross-contamination.

Question 5

Can I add chocolate chips?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Fold 2 tablespoons of dark chocolate chips into the batter before pouring it into the pan. You can also sprinkle a few on top before air frying.

Question 6

Can kids eat these?

Accepted Answer

Yes. These are safe for children over 1 year old. If you're making them for young children, consider using plain cacao powder instead of Alcami Cacao, since the adaptogenic ingredients haven't been studied specifically in pediatric populations.

Question 7

How many calories per serving?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 190 calories per serving (recipe makes 4 servings). This estimate uses USDA data for medium bananas, natural peanut butter, and unsweetened cacao powder [1] [2].

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