Healthy Brownie
- February 4, 2022
Easy
Servings - 1 square (2 servings total)
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 egg or flax egg (vegan option)
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small baking pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix honey or maple syrup, applesauce, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and the egg.
- Blend the Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until smooth.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the greased pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Almond Flour: Rich in healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E, supporting heart health.
- Cocoa Powder: Packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Applesauce: Provides fiber and vitamin C with fewer calories.
- Coconut Oil: Contains MCTs for energy and metabolism support.
- Egg/Flax Egg: High-quality protein or omega-3s and fiber (vegan option)
