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Avocado Cacao Protein Brownies

Irresistible Avocado Cacao Protein Brownies in Just 5 Ingredients

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Fudgy Avocado & Cacao Green-Center Brownies. These brownies are rich and fudgy, made with healthy ingredients like avocado and cottage cheese.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: 16 brownies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ripe avocado (mashed completely smooth)
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (blended)
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a blender, combine the mashed avocado, cottage cheese, cocoa powder, eggs, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the edges are set.
  5. Let cool. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

  • For best texture, chill the brownies before slicing.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg