Broccoli Brownies
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate guilt-free dessert with these rich and fudgy Broccoli Brownies. Perfect for sneaking in a dose of veggies without sacrificing flavor, this recipe combines velvety smooth broccoli puree with melted chocolate, butter, and cocoa powder for a decadent treat that’s packed with nutrients. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, these brownies are not only easy to make but also feature optional chocolate chip mix-ins for an extra hint of sweetness. Whether you’re catering to picky eaters or looking for a creative way to incorporate wholesome ingredients, these brownies are a crowd-pleasing, unexpected twist on a classic dessert. Bake up a batch for a deliciously healthy treat that no one will believe has a hidden veggie secret!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1.25 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 3 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Steam the broccoli florets until they are tender, about 5–7 minutes. Let them cool slightly, then puree in a blender or food processor until smooth. Measure out 1 cup of broccoli puree.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 1 cup of chocolate chips together in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
Add the melted chocolate mixture to the sugar mixture and whisk until fully combined.
Stir in the broccoli puree and mix well until incorporated.
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Optional: Fold in the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips for extra chocolatey bites.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan, then cut into 12 squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.9 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.8 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 1672 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 408.8 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.3 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.0 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 1250 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
