Naturally Sweetened Brownies Recipe

Name: Naturally Sweetened Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal; 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened baker's chocolate; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 15 dried pitted dates, or more to taste; 1/4 cup coconut oil; 1/4 cup honey; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened baker's chocolate
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
15 dried pitted dates, or more to taste
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Stir water and flaxseed meal together in a small bowl. Let stand until thickened, about 5 minutes.
3
Pulse chocolate and baking soda together in a food processor until finely ground. Add flaxseed mixture, dates, coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract. Pulse together until combined. Stir in pecans.
4
Pour batter into an 8x8-inch baking pan.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until top is dry and edges have started to pull away from the pan, about 36 minutes. Let cool. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top for a little extra sweetness.

833

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal, 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened baker's chocolate, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Naturally Sweetened Brownies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Naturally Sweetened Brownies

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