Fudgy Avocado Chocolate Brownies
These fudgy avocado chocolate brownies feature moist, gooey centers with a subtle creaminess from avocado, delivering rich chocolate flavor with a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe avocado (about 150g peeled), mashed smooth
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (100g)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (50g)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (90g), optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and position rack in the center.
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease with avocado oil or butter.
- Mash the ripe avocado in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the mashed avocado. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until no clumps remain.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips or chunks evenly.
- Spread batter evenly in prepared pan and tap gently to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 22-26 minutes, checking at 22 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool brownies completely in the pan on a wire rack for 30-40 minutes before cutting.
- If centers are too soft after cooling, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados for best texture. Avoid overmixing after adding dry ingredients to keep brownies fudgy. Start checking brownies at 22 minutes to avoid overbaking. Cooling completely is essential for gooey centers to set. Parchment paper makes lifting brownies easier. For gluten-free option, substitute almond flour. For vegan, replace eggs with flax eggs and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/12th of
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 3.5
- Protein: 2.5
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