Healthy Brownies
A delicious and nutritious brownie recipe using wholesome ingredients like almond flour, natural sweeteners, and healthy fats.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- 8x8-inch Baking Pan
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour or oat/coconut flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup natural sweetener maple syrup, honey, or date paste
- 1/2 cup avocado puree or melted coconut oil
- 3 large eggs or flax eggs for a vegan alternative
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs (or flax eggs) until frothy. Add natural sweetener, avocado puree, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans if using.
- Pour batter into prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a fudgier brownie, slightly underbake; for a cake-like texture, bake a few minutes longer. You can also add berries or a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.