Healthy Spice Brownies
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these Healthy Spice Brownies, a decadent dessert bursting with warm, aromatic spices and rich cocoa flavor. Made with wholesome almond flour, unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of maple syrup, these brownies are naturally gluten-free and refined sugar-free, making them a perfect choice for health-conscious dessert lovers. The addition of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves elevates their flavor profile, creating a cozy, spiced twist on the classic brownie. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight baking or sharing at your next gathering. For an extra touch of indulgence, stir in some optional dark chocolate chips. Pair these tender and fudgy brownies with a cup of herbal tea or coffee for an irresistible treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping it nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
If you are using dark chocolate chips, stir them into the dry mixture and set aside.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold everything together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Remove the brownies from the oven. Let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into 8 equal pieces.
Serve and enjoy your delicious, healthy spice brownies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.4 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.6 g | 133% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 966 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.6 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 60.3 g | 215% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.3 g | ||
| Protein | 61.5 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 482 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 29.0 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 2399 mg | 51% | |
*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.
