Everyone has their special guilt pleasure, for us it’s a decadent, gooey brownie. Just thinking of it could make you put on a few pounds! But that doesn’t mean can’t have a piece now and then, especially when we’ve got the perfect recipe that gives it a healthy spin. Crafted by our wellness partner Shaana Levy-Bahl, this recipe is the ultimate guilt-free dessert the whole family can enjoy!
Go ahead give yourself some brownie points for getting through the week!
Ingredients:
1 cup blanched fine almond flour
½ tsp sea salt
½ tsp baking soda
120 gms 70 to 100% dark chocolate, chopped and melted
5 to 6 dates, pitted or 1/3 cup maple syrup
3 large eggs
½ cup coconut oil or butter, melted
½ tsp vanilla essence
Chopped walnuts to sprinkle on top (optional)
Instructions:
In a blender, add all the ingredients and pulse. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Pour the mixture into square brownie pan. Make sure the batter is spread evenly.
Bake at 180°C for about 18 to 22 minutes. Poke a toothpick into the batter, if it comes of clean your brownies are ready. Set aside to cool.
Serve with melted 70% cocoa chocolate as a glaze.
Enjoy warm or cold with a side of vegan chocolate ice cream for a double chocolate experience or with a refreshing mango coconut ice cream for the best of both worlds.