A delicious, nutritious, diabetes-friendly recipe
We’re thrilled to introduce you to our deliciously healthy Avocado Brownies recipe! Whoever said you can’t enjoy a sweet treat while keeping it healthy has clearly never tried these. This incredible recipe offers you indulgence while still being nutritious and wholesome. Cook this easy, delicious dessert with loved ones. Savour each bite, knowing it's both diabetes-friendly and delightful to your palate.
1 large avocado
1/2 cup (120 mL) unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup (120 mL) maple syrup
1 1/2 tsp (7.5 mL) vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1/2 cup (120 g) coconut flour
1/2 cup (120 mL) unsweetened dutch-processed cocoa powder
1/4 tsp (1.5 g) sea salt
1 tsp (3.4 g) baking soda
Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Step 1:
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F
Step 2:
In a blender or food processor, blend the avocado, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
Step 3:
Transfer this blended mixture to a large bowl, then whisk in the eggs.
Step 4:
Now, it’s time to stir in the coconut flour, cocoa powder, sea salt, and baking soda until everything is well combined.
Step 5:
Pour the batter into a greased 8 × 8-inch baking dish.
Step 6:
Bake the brownies in your preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remember, you can adjust the time depending on how fudgy or cakey you like your brownies!
Step 7:
Allow your brownies to cool for about 20 minutes, then cut them into 16 pieces. You can add a pinch of cinnamon as a garnish if you like!
Et voilà! Your delicious-ly chocolate-y avocado-y brownies are ready to enjoy. Savour every bite, and remember: diabetes-friendly recipes can be as great for glucose management as they are for your taste buds.
Avocado Brownies tip the scales with 5.35g less fat, 9.33g fewer carbs, 8.80g less sugar, and 0.004g less sodium.
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