Seriously Fudgy Almond Flour Brownies (Gluten-Free Recipe)

almond flour

🥗Healthier: coconut flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Coconut flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while brown sugar is typically cheaper.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free, while margarine is often cheaper.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate has less sugar, while chunks are often less expensive.

Welcome to the video, introducing the recipe for almond flour brownies.

Mention that the brownies are gluten-free and grain-free due to the use of almond flour.

State that unsalted butter is used, but plant-based butter or melted coconut oil can be substituted for a dairy-free option.

Explain that unsweetened cocoa powder is added to absorb moisture and oil, and that Dutch processed or natural baking cocoa powder can be used.

Clarify that baking powder is used instead of baking soda because almond flour is heavier and needs lift.

Emphasize the importance of using blanched almond flour, not almond meal, for the recipe.

Mention that almond flour cannot be swapped out for other flours in recipes due to differences in weight and moisture.

Suggest adding chocolate chips for extra fudginess and optionally adding ½ cup of nuts, asking viewers to comment on their preference for nuts in brownies.

Provide ideas for mix-ins like M&M's or chopped candy bars for variation.

Inform viewers that the brownies can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days with foil covering, or frozen for longer storage.

Encourage viewers to try the recipe, stating it's easy and has a high success rate, and that no one will realize they are gluten-free.

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