These brownies are gluten-free, delicious, and simple to make with nutrient dense almond butter. While sugar is far from being the main ingredient, a combination of high-quality cacao and almond butter takes the leading role. These brownies are rich, dark, and perfectly chocolaty. Indispensable for satisfying a chocolate cake craving! Packed with protein and healthy fat, these brownies will help you avoid the blood sugar spike that usually leaves you hungry after eating sweets. I personally love having one as my afternoon snack or in the morning as a part of my breakfast. Pairing them with some almond milk yogurt and berries is my favorite combination. These brownies are super filling so one or two will be more than enough to make you satisfied.
I personally prefer the minimally sweetened version of these brownies (see the recipe notes). They are my secret weapon for those days when I am in the mood for a chocolate cake but not in the mood for refined sugar 😉
Almond Butter Brownies (gluten-free)
Ingredients
1⁄2 cup crunchy almond butter
2 large organic eggs, preferably pastured
1 tbsp coconut sugar (1 tbsp is for unsweetened version, for sweetened version use up to 3-4 tbsp)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1⁄4 tsp sea salt
1⁄4 tsp baking soda
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, with a hand blender or fork, mix almond butter until creamy
2. Mix in eggs, coconut sugar, vanilla
3. Add salt, baking soda and cocoa powder
4. Mix well until all ingredients are well combined
5. Transfer batter into 6 muffin tins lined with paper cups or greased with coconut oil
6. Bake at 350° for 12 to 15 minutes
7. Serve with your favorite yogurt and fresh berries. Bon appetite!
Notes
I hope you will like them as well!
I want to thank my friend Ashley, Chicago-based nutritionist, for sharing this recipe with me!
xx, Zhenya
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