Decadent Dark Chocolate Avocado Brownies You’ll Love
Enjoy guilt-free indulgence with these Dark Chocolate Avocado Brownies, a perfect healthy treat for any occasion.
Equipment
- 8x8 inch baking pan
- mixing bowls
- whisk
- spatula
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour can be substituted with almond flour for gluten-free
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder use unsweetened for the best results
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it is fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt can be substituted with sea salt
- 1 large Egg or 1 flax egg for a vegan option
- 1 medium Avocado ripe, peeled, pitted, and mashed
- 1/4 cup Coconut Oil can be replaced with melted vegan butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla extract recommended
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup substitute with honey or agave if necessary
- 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips use dairy-free for vegan variation
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- In a medium bowl, combine the egg (or flax egg), mashed avocado, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until fully blended.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips with a spatula, then pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking for doneness when a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
These brownies are rich and fudgy, perfect served warm or as a snack. Store leftovers in an airtight container.