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Fudgy Avocado Brownies Recipe

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These fudgy avocado brownies offer a healthier twist on traditional brownies by replacing butter with ripe avocado and using whole wheat pastry flour and pure maple syrup for natural sweetness. They are rich, chocolatey, and moist with the perfect dense texture, enhanced by melty chocolate chips inside and on top.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 5 oz dark chocolate
  • 1 medium avocado, ripe, pitted, and peeled
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole wheat pastry flour
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips (or regular size chocolate chips)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan to prevent the brownies from sticking.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Place the 5 oz of dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until fully melted. Set aside to cool for about 5 minutes to avoid cooking the eggs later.
  3. Puree Avocado Mixture: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the peeled and pitted avocado, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until completely smooth for a creamy base.
  4. Add Melted Chocolate and Eggs: Add the cooled melted chocolate to the avocado mixture and puree again until smooth. Then add the eggs and puree once more to fully incorporate them and create a smooth batter.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Pour the chocolate-avocado mixture into a mixing bowl. Sift in the whole wheat pastry flour and cocoa powder to avoid lumps, then gently stir just until almost combined to keep the batter tender.
  6. Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in about ¼ cup of the chocolate chips into the batter to distribute pockets of melted chocolate throughout the brownies.
  7. Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and smooth the surface evenly with a spoon or spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips evenly on top for a melty, decadent finish.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. The brownies should be set but still fudgy in the center. Avoid overbaking to keep the fudgy texture.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, slice into 9 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocado for the creamy texture and natural fat replacement.
  • Whole wheat pastry flour gives a lighter texture than regular whole wheat flour.
  • Check your brownies at around 22 minutes if your oven runs hot to avoid overbaking.
  • Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and ensure chocolate chips are dairy-free.

Find it online: https://recipethrive.com/fudgy-avocado-brownies-recipe/