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Butternut Squash Brownies

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brownies, healthy brownies, hidden veggie brownies

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup butternut squash puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 oz dark chocolate chips
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. and line brownie baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil and chocolate chips. Melt the mixture on low in the microwave and stir frequently.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine butternut squash puree (or other squash puree), vanilla and honey. Stir the mixture until well blended.
  • Add the melted chocolate and oil mixture to the bowl and mix well. Let the mixture cool completely.
  • Add in the egg, dark cocoa powder, whole wheat flour, baking soda and salt. Stir well.
  • Pour the batter into baking pan and spread evenly. Top with a layer of chocolate chips unless using frosting.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Let the brownies cool down completely before slicing them. These brownies are better enjoyed chilled right out of the fridge.