Healthy Fudgy Avocado Brownies | Episode 144

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free but can be more expensive.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate has less sugar and can be healthier.

In a blender or food processor, blend avocados until no lumps remain.

Add coconut sugar and vanilla, blend again until creamy, about 4 minutes.

In a separate bowl, melt dark chocolate in the microwave at 30 second increments, stirring after each increment.

Pour melted chocolate into the processor and blend until smooth, scraping the sides as needed.

Add eggs and blend just until combined.

Add cocoa powder and almond flour, blend just until combined, being careful not to overmix.

Pour batter into a 9x9 inch baking dish lined with parchment paper and spread evenly.

Bake in a 350°F oven for 25-30 minutes or until just set.

Allow to cool completely.

In a small saucepan over medium low heat, melt coconut oil, maple syrup, and dark chocolate together, whisking until smooth.

Add pinch of salt and cocoa powder, whisk until smooth.

Drizzle frosting over cooled brownies and top with walnuts.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

Allergens