Craving a rich, chocolatey treat without derailing your ketogenic or paleo lifestyle? Look no further! This recipe, inspired by Miss Jones Baking Co. Keto & Paleo Fudgy Brownie Baking Mix, delivers intensely fudgy, decadent brownies that are surprisingly easy to make. They’re also dairy-free, paleo, gluten-free, and made in one bowl!
Why Keto Brownies?
The growing popularity of ketogenic diets has sparked a demand for low-carb alternatives to classic desserts. If you’re sticking to a keto diet, this is the perfect treat for you. Even if you don’t need these to be keto, rather than swapping sweeteners, I recommend trying out one of my other brownie recipes.
The Secret to Perfect Keto Brownie Texture
The biggest challenge in keto baking is often achieving the right texture. Traditional brownies rely on wheat flour and sugar for their characteristic chewiness and moistness. This recipe cleverly replaces these ingredients with almond flour and erythritol to maintain a low carb count without sacrificing flavor or texture.
Ingredients: Simple and Accessible
These brownies are simple to put together because we’re really just using the basics. You probably already have most of these ingredients in your pantry. Here's what you'll need:
- Cacao powder
- Erythritol
- Melted coconut oil
- Almond flour
- Baking soda
- Sea salt
Feel free to stir in some low carb chocolate chips too if that’s your thing.
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One-Bowl Wonder: Minimizing Cleanup
I’m not sure if it’s laziness or curiosity (perhaps both) but I’ve been testing more recipes using just one bowl and finding that it’s totally possible, most of the time. This recipe is designed to be made entirely in one bowl, making the process even easier and minimizing cleanup.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here's how to create these irresistible keto brownies:
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F and line an 8 x 8” square pan with parchment paper.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cacao powder and erythritol with the melted coconut oil until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: With a spoon or spatula, stir in the almond flour, baking soda and sea salt until combined. Batter will be thick.
- Bake: Transfer all the batter to prepared pan and spread out to cover the bottom of the pan evenly. A rubber spatula works best for this step. Bake in the preheated oven for 17 mins.
- Cool and Cut: Place pan on a wire rack and cool completely to room temp, refrigerating to speed up the cooling process if necessary. Once room temp, cut brownies into 16 squares to serve.
Tips for Success
- Don't Overbake: Using erythritol as a sweetener definitely made these brownies more prone to over-baking. Keep a close eye on the brownies while they're in the oven to prevent them from becoming dry.
- Cool Completely: Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting them. This will help them firm up and prevent them from crumbling. Refrigerating speeds up the cooling process.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze to keep longer.
Miss Jones Baking Co. Keto & Paleo Fudgy Brownie Baking Mix
Miss Jones Baking Co. Keto & Paleo Fudgy Brownie Baking Mix is made with almond flour and sweetened with erythritol and monk fruit extract. This low carb, keto brownie mix makes moist fudgy brownies … just add eggs, milk or milk substitute (or water), and butter / ghee (or oil). Miss Jones Baking Co.
Variations and Add-Ins
- Chocolate Chips: For an extra dose of chocolate, stir in some sugar-free chocolate chips into the batter before baking.
- Nuts: Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch.
- Extracts: A teaspoon of vanilla extract or peppermint extract can enhance the flavor of the brownies.
Embrace Guilt-Free Indulgence
These keto brownies offer a satisfyingly sweet treat without the guilt associated with traditional desserts. They are super chocolatey, dense, fudgy and rich. Quick and easy to throw together and perfect for when you’re craving nothing but chocolate! So, ditch the refined sugar and embrace these delicious, low-carb brownies. You might just find that they change your life!
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