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*One bowl!* Fudgy​ paleo vegan brownies (w/ Maca & Cacao)

The best fudgy vegan brownies, made with superfoods Maca and cacao! These wholesome healthy brownies come together in one bowl in 10 minutes. They're also paleo, grain-free and gluten-free!
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time35 mins
Course: Dessert
Keyword: antioxidants, cacao, dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, maca, oil-free, paleo, refined-sugar-free, superfoods, vegan
Servings: 12
Calories: 243kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 heaping cup almond butter creamy / salted (about 1 cup + 1 tablespoon)
  • 2/3 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons flax seeds see notes below
  • 5 tablespoons water see notes below
  • 1/4 cup + 1 teaspoon cacao powder can substitute cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon maca powder
  • 1 tablespoon coconut flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (I like these - they're dairy-free and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degress F. Grease an 8x8 inch pan with a little coconut oil, non-stick cooking spray, or use parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl combine almond butter, coconut sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and flax eggs*(see notes below) until well combined.
  • Add in cacao, maca, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  • Next add in the chocolate chips. The batter will be the texture of a thick frosting /a bit like dough.
  • Spread batter in prepared baking dish. Because the batter is so thick you can use a lightly greased rubber spatula or your hands!
  • Bake for 22-30 minutes until a fork or knife comes out clean when inserted into the center (a few crumbs is fine). Be careful not to overbake!
  • Allow to fully cool before enjoying for best results.
  • Makes 12 medium or 16 small brownies.

Notes

*To make flax "eggs" combine 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds with 5 tablespoons of water. Let sit for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and congeals. 
*Be sure to let the brownies fully cool before cutting into them or else they will be crumbly. The same goes for overbaking! If they do end up crumbly, pop them in the fridge for 20-30 minutes and they should firm up nicely. 

Nutrition

Calories: 243kcal