Craving a decadent chocolate treat that won't derail your health goals? Get ready to discover the most incredible sugar-free brownies that prove healthy desserts can be mind-blowingly delicious! These fudgy walnut brownies are about to revolutionize your dessert game, offering rich chocolate flavor and a satisfying nutty crunch without a single gram of added sugar. Perfect for health-conscious chocolate lovers, keto dieters, and anyone who believes dessert can be both nutritious and absolutely irresistible!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper overhangs on two sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt until well combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a consistent batter forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in most of the chopped walnuts, reserving a small handful for topping.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chopped walnuts on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan, then cut into 16 equal squares.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense brownies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra moisture, make sure your applesauce and coconut oil are well-incorporated.
- Check brownies early - ovens can vary, so start checking at 20 minutes to prevent drying out.
- Let brownies cool completely before cutting to help them set and maintain their fudgy texture.
- For an extra indulgent touch, sprinkle a few extra chopped walnuts on top just before serving.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness.
- If you prefer an even fudgier texture, try chilling the brownies in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 160kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg
