4-Ingredient Avocado Brownies Recipe Is Rich, Dense & Decadent Desserts Cakes/Cupcakes Gluten-free Fruit Low Sodium Recipes

Brownies are always a fan favorite. Bring out a platter of chocolate brownies and you almost guarantee smiles. Everyone would probably be surprised if you told them these dense, rich decadent brownies have a healthy secret ingredient: avocado. Yes, not only do you get a sweet chocolate treat when you bake up this recipe, but also the health benefits of avocado.

This easy gluten-free brownie recipe has only four simple ingredients. Here is your short and sweet shopping list: ripe avocados, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips. The ingredients are mixed together and bake up in about 20 minutes.

No one will know that the avocado is in the mix, but there's no denying the dark chocolate chips, which have health benefits, too. (Read about the health benefits of dark chocolate.)

Serve these avocado brownies as a sweet snack during the day or for dessert after dinner. Be sure to read Recipe Notes for insider tips on baking these delicious brownies.

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Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 2 medium avocados, mashed
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips

Recipe Notes

• If you prefer less-dense brownies, add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to the batter before baking.

• For the best results, do not overbake the brownies.

• Use whatever type of chocolate chips you like. Stir them into the batter and save some for the top, too. You could also omit them completely for a three-ingredient brownie.

• You could use 1/4 cup maple syrup instead of granulated sugar. The brownies will be less sweet and gooier.

• Store the brownies in an airtight container for up to five days.

Here's how to make it: 

1. Stir together the mashed avocado and sugar in a mixing bow until smooth.
2. Add the cocoa powder and stir until combined. (If using baking soda, stir it in now.)
3. Stir in the chocolate chips.
4. Spread the batter into a parchment paper-lined 8x8-inch baking pan. 
5. Bake in a preheated 350-degree F oven for about 20 to 25 minutes. Remove to cool, then remove from the pan and cut into squares.

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