The base of this recipe is actually a combo of applesauce and nut butter, so it's free of grains, both gluten and non-gluten, and full of protein. Some may argue, full of fat, but depending upon the nut butter you choose, it could be high in protein and some minerals. Add in a little bit of raw cacao powder for an antioxidant punch and a little stevia to sweeten it up and you've got a nice little treat.
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My go-to sweetener. |
Bonus, this is quick to make in one bowl, and hey if you don't have time to bake it in the oven, the batter tastes to die for, a common way I end up eating at least 1/4 of the batch each time.
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Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free Vegan Brownies
Inspired by "The Spunky Coconut" for Vegan, Egg-Free, Grain-Free Brownies
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup organic applesauce (make sure there is no added sugar!)
- 2 Tbs. water
- 1/4 tsp. guar gum or xanthan gum
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1 cup of nut butter (I use 1/2 cup cashew butter + 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup raw cacao powder or cocoa powder
- 3 pkts. SweetLeaf Stevia
2. Now add the rest of ingredients to the bowl and mix until well combined.
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Stir them up. |
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Drool over the batter. |
3. Grease a loaf pan with some oil, I use coconut oil. Also I chose a loaf pan for this because it's a smaller batch and it gets too thin and flat if I use a square baking pan. So a loaf pan gives it those nice crispier/crunchier edge pieces and gooey middle pieces.
4. Now scoop the batter into the pan and smooth it around with a spoon.
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This would be a great time to eat the remaining batter in the mixing bowl! |
5. Bake for 25-28 minutes at 350 degrees.
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Here's what it looks like when it's done. |
Let it cool for 5-10 minutes and then you can slice it up and serve it with your milk of choice...trust me you'll want something to drink as these brownies are pretty rich.
Now enjoy (and try not to eat the whole pan!).
I store my leftovers in a container in the fridge and eat it from there so I can make them last for several days.
Now it's your turn to share, what's your favorite "alternative brownie recipe"? Have you ever tried brownies made from nut butter? Post your favorites and experiences below and we can all try a new one out.
Happy Spoon-licking!Now it's your turn to share, what's your favorite "alternative brownie recipe"? Have you ever tried brownies made from nut butter? Post your favorites and experiences below and we can all try a new one out.
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