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Paleo Double Chocolate Avocado Brownies

March 25, 2022 Leave a Comment

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Paleo Double Chocolate Avocado Brownies are the best flourless brownies. They are so rich and fudgy and this brownie recipe is so easy to make in your food processor or blender. These brownies are made with avocados, cocoa powder, chocolate chips and coconut sugar. These brownies are refined sugar free, gluten free and dairy free too! 

A batch of avocado brownies cut into pieces | Paleo Double Chocolate Avocado Brownies

Why this recipe is so good: 

  • These paleo avocado brownies taste amazing! They are so dense and fudgy and rich in chocolate flavour. 
  • They are so easy to make in either your food processor or blender. 
  • These flourless brownies are also gluten free, dairy free and refined sugar free. 
  • These brownies are made with avocados, cocoa powder, coconut sugar, chocolate chips and eggs. Ingredients you likely already have in your pantry!
  • Don’t worry, you can’t taste the avocado in these brownies, so even if you don’t like avocados you will still love this brownie recipe.  

Ingredients and substitutions: 

  • Avocados – nutritional powerhouses, avocados are full of healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. 
  • Cocoa powder – to give this brownies the perfect chocolate flavour. You could use cacao powder instead. 
  • Coconut sugar – one of my favourite sweeteners. You could easily swap this for brown sugar. 
  • Eggs – to help these fudgy brownies rise when they bake. 
  • Chocolate chips  – to make these into double chocolate brownies! To keep these brownies refined sugar free I use these dairy free chocolate chips that are sweetened with coconut sugar. 
  • Baking soda or baking powder – To help these brownies rise! I have tried this recipe with both options and they both work well but I do find that baking powder makes them rise a smidge more. If you like a denser brownie, use baking soda, if you want them a little lighter, using baking powder.
  • Vanilla extract – to enhance the chocolate flavour even more!

The ingredients needed to make avocado brownies

How to make this recipe: 

Step one:

First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Step two:

Next place all of the ingredients (except for the chocolate chips) into your food processor or high speed blender and blend until smooth.

Brownie ingredients in a food processor

Step three:

Now stir in the chocolate chips by hand. 

Brownie batter in a food processor with chocolate chips

Step four: 

Next line an 8″ x 8″ baking pan with parchment paper. Then spoon the batter into the baking dish and spread it evenly until it’s smooth. 

Avocado brownie batter in a pan topped with chocolate chips | Paleo Double Chocolate Avocado Brownies

Step five: 

Last, bake the brownies for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean. Then remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool. Then cut them into pieces and enjoy!

Double chocolate avocado brownies cut into pieces

Chef’s tips: 

  • Make sure the avocados you are using are ripe. You want them to be soft so they blend easily. 
  • Don’t over mix the batter. This will result in cakey brownies instead of fudgy brownies.
  • I recommend using room temperature eggs. 
  • Let these brownies cool completely before you eat them. They taste better that way for some reason. 
  • I personally love eating these brownies after they have been in the fridge. When they are cold they are extra fudgy! 
  • I recommend storing these brownies in the fridge after they’ve been cooked. Store them in an air tight container for up to 7 days. 
  • These brownies freeze really well. Freeze them in an air tight bag or container for up to 3 months. 

Variations and add ins: 

  • Instead of cocoa powder you can use cacao powder.
  • If you want these brownies to be even more chocolatey, add more chocolate chips.
  • If you like salted brownies, top the brownies with some course sea salt once they’re done baking. 

Frequently asked questions: 

Do these brownies taste like avocados?

Not at all. These brownies are so rich and fudgy with the most decadent chocolate flavour. You would never guess they are made with avocados. 

Are these brownies vegan? 

While being dairy free and gluten free this avocado brownie recipe is not vegan because it contains eggs. I have not tried any egg replacers in the recipe so I cannot say if they would work out or not. If you try any egg replacers please let me know how it goes. 

What does avocado do in baking? 

Avocados are high in healthy fats and have a creamy, velvety texture. They are great for baking and can replace butter, shortening, and sometimes even eggs, depending on the recipe. Avocado makes desserts and baking recipes incredibly rich and moist while increasing the overall nutritional benefits.

Can I use avocado instead of butter? 

Yes! Avocado makes a great substitute for butter in many different recipes, including brownies. When swapping out butter for avocados, use a 1:1 ratio. Replace 1 cup of butter with 1 cup of pureed avocados.

Other dessert recipes you will love: 

  • Avocado Chocolate Mousse
  • Avocado Chocolate Torte 
  • The Best Vegan Blondies
  • Peppermint Brownies
  • Dark Chocolate Orange Fudge

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Paleo Double Chocolate Avocado Brownies

These are the best avocado brownies! They are so dense and fudgy with the richest chocolate flavour. Plus you'll love how easy they are to make!

Course Dessert, treat
Cuisine American
Keyword avocado baking, blender brownies, easy brownies
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 143 kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 avocados (the flesh from)
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda (or baking powder)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F.

  2. Add all the ingredients, except the chocolate chips, to your high speed blender or food processor and blend the ingredients until smooth.

  3. Stir in the chocolate chips to the batter by hand.

  4. Line an 8" x 8" baking pan with parchment paper and transfer the dough to the pan. Spread it out evenly with a knife or spoon.

  5. Bake the brownies for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean. Let the brownies cool, then cut them into pieces and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

  1. I used medium to large avocados. If your avocados are small I recommend using 4 of them. 
  2. Store these brownies in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 7 days. 
  3. Nutritional values are estimates and will vary depending on the exact ingredients you use. 
Nutrition Facts
Paleo Double Chocolate Avocado Brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 143 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 36mg12%
Sodium 56mg2%
Potassium 340mg10%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 124IU2%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 33mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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