It’s spring break which means I actually have some time to relax even if it’s just for a few days! I’ve been craving brownies for months but J and I have been sticking to a healthier diet which means less grains, or in my case almost no grains, almost no sugar, and dining out less. We feel a lot healthier lately and have a lot more energy! But my craving for brownies is still going strong.

I recently found a few recipes for healthier brownies. I finally decided to try my own version and just see how it goes. I didn’t have any expectations but the results were phenomenal! You would never know these brownies are grain-free, dairy-free and free of processed sugar. They were soft, chewy, fudgy, and surprisingly filling - which means you’re satisfied after just one slice, imagine that! I definitely don’t call myself a “baker,” but these brownies were so easy that this is definitely a recipe I’ll keep making.

Ingredients:

1 10 oz. jar almond butter

1 cup of organic agave nectar

½ cup almond milk

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 organic eggs

½ cup of cocoa powder

1½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Optional: Avocado oil

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F

2. Combine and blend almond butter, agave nectar, almond milk, vanilla, and eggs in a mixing bowl

4. Blend in cocoa, salt, and baking soda

5. Blend until smooth, it will be thick

6. Fold in chocolate chips - I used a spoon

7. Grease an 8x8 baking pan and pour batter in (I used avocado oil to grease, other oil works, too)

8. Bake for 40 minutes (for a 9x13 pan bake for 30-35 minutes)

Before pulling the pan from oven check to make sure they’re fully cooked by inserting a toothpick or thin knife, it will come out completely clean when ready. Allow the brownies to set until cool before serving.

Enjoy  !