Heart-Healthy Gluten-Free Brownie
Indulge guilt-free with these Heart-Healthy Gluten-Free Brownies, a decadent treat packed with wholesome ingredients and rich chocolate flavor. Made with nutrient-dense almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a flaxseed "egg" substitute, this recipe skips the refined sugar and dairy while embracing the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup and the crunch of chopped walnuts. These brownies are irresistibly moist, thanks to melted coconut oil, and loaded with dairy-free dark chocolate chips for an extra dose of indulgence. Perfect for those following a gluten-free, dairy-free, or heart-healthy lifestyle, they’re ready in under 40 minutes and ideal as a snack, dessert, or bold centerpiece for your next health-conscious gathering. Enjoy rich, fudgy brownies that taste as good as they feel!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups almond flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons warm water
- 0.25 cup coconut oil, melted
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free)
- 0.25 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring that it hangs over the sides for easy removal later.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and warm water, stirring well. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens to form a flax 'egg'.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
Step 4
In another bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add the flax 'egg' and mix well until smooth.
Step 5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring to combine. The batter will be thick.
Step 6
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and walnuts evenly throughout the batter.
Step 7
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to spread it out evenly.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
Step 9
Allow the brownies to cool in the baking dish on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before lifting out and slicing into squares.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (705.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2776.9 |
| Total Fat 209.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 86.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1046.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 259.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 72.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 129.1g | |
| Protein 70.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 587.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 34.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2944.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories