Decadent Grain-Free Brownies - Almond Flour

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional, enhances chocolate flavor)
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed)

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
• In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder (if using). Mix until well combined.
• Let the mixture cool slightly, then beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
• Stir in the almond flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Fold in the chocolate chips.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
• Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
• Cut into squares and serve.

Tips and Variations

• For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake them.
• Add chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds) for added texture.
• Swirl in peanut butter or other nut butter for a richer flavor.
• Use dairy-free chocolate chips to make these brownies completely dairy-free.
• Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Enjoy!

These brownies are so good, you won't even realize they're grain-free!