Healthy Red Velvet Quinoa Brownies
They’re decadent, rich and elegant, but I’ve managed to turn a not so healthy treat into something that’s nutritious and satisfying.
Servings: 12 Brownies
Calories: 247kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup beet puree
- 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup quinoa flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8 square baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the beet puree, coconut oil, honey, eggs and vanilla. Process on high until completely smooth. Pulse in sugar.
- Add remaining ingredients (minus chocolate chips) and process again until smooth and the batter has started to thicken.
- Transfer batter to prepared pan and sprinkle with chocolate chips.
- Bake for 25 - 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely in the pan before slicing and removing.
- Enjoy!
Notes
To make beet puree, simply blender cooked beets in a blender or food processor. Keep extra puree to add to things like pancakes, smoothies or even oatmeal!
Nutrition
Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1.5mg