Description
Indulge in these fudgy vegan beetroot brownies topped with a luscious chocolate avocado frosting. A perfect blend of rich flavors and natural sweetness, these brownies are not only a delightful treat but also packed with nutrients. The secret ingredient, beetroot, adds moisture and depth to the chocolate flavor, making them irresistible. Ideal for parties or a cozy family dessert, these brownies will impress everyone, whether they follow a vegan diet or not. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, they are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 2/3 cup all-purpose flour (spelt or wholemeal)
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon ground chia seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup beetroot puree
- 3/4 cup melted vegan chocolate
- 1 medium avocado
- Medjool dates and maple syrup for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 8 or 9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, coconut sugar, cocoa powder, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda.
- Add wet ingredients: beetroot puree, melted chocolate, and mix until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 15–20 minutes until the surface is dry.
- Allow brownies to cool in the pan.
- For the frosting, blend avocado with cocoa powder, dates, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Spread frosting over cooled brownies, cut into squares, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg