Flourless Avocado Brownies
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of **Flourless Avocado Brownies**! These brownies are made without flour, using creamy avocado for a healthier twist on a classic dessert. They're perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while being easy to prepare. Treat yourself to this guilt-free delight tonight!
Equipment
- Peeler
- Frying Pan
- Chef's Knife
- Baking Sheet
- Food Processor
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 small ripe avocado pit and peel removed
- ½ cup cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free, if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325ºF and line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Greasing the pan first ensures that the parchment paper stays in place.
- In a food processor, add the **avocado**, **cacao powder**, **eggs**, **coconut sugar**, **almond butter**, **baking powder**, **vanilla**, and **fine sea salt**. Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the bowl as needed.
- Fold in the **dark chocolate chips**, then pour the batter into the prepared pan. If desired, decorate the top with a few extra chocolate chips.
- Bake at 325ºF for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center of the brownies looks cooked through. A jiggle indicates that they need more time.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely. The **avocado** flavor is much more pronounced if you try these warm, so please don’t be tempted to taste them until they have come to room temperature. Place them in the fridge to speed up cooling, or wait at least 2 hours.
- Slice the brownies into small squares. It's normal for this brownie to stick to the knife a bit since they are flourless and fudgy. Leftovers can be stored on the counter for up to 48 hours, or in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.
Notes
- Baking Note: Brownies baked in a square metal pan will cook faster and more evenly than those baked in a glass or ceramic dish. You may need to add 5 more minutes of cooking time when using a glass or ceramic option.
- Food Processor Alternative: You can make these brownies in a single bowl by mashing the **avocado** with a fork until relatively smooth. I prefer using a food processor, but both methods yield good results.