To celebrate a happy event or simply conclude a dinner, there is nothing better than a dessert to please. Cakes are generally the most popular gourmet, except that they are not all good for health, especially when consumed in excess. For this reason, we present in this article a healthy brownie recipe that will combine pleasure and health to delight your palate.
This is a simple recipe, delicious and healthy. And for good reason, its low calorie content and its wealth of antioxidants, fiber and healthy fats. Its main ingredient is avocado, rich in nutrients, essential amino acids and oleic acid. This recipe also has the merit of not containing any dairy products, flour or sugar and associating sweet potato, coconut milk and cocoa which, like the avocado, are equally nutritious.
Let's review the benefits of the ingredients that compose it.
The avocado
The consumption of avocado is recommended to improve the quality of its diet and provide the necessary nutrients to enjoy better health. It is therefore rich in fiber, vitamin K and E, potassium and magnesium. In addition, it contains an oil rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and its effect on weight control is similar to that of fruits and vegetables. According to one study, avocado would be beneficial to cardiovascular health with a profile identical to that of nuts. In addition, its lutein and zeaxanthin content makes this food associated with a minimal risk of cartilage defects and osteoarthritis. In addition, these two components would also contribute to the health of the eyes and the skin.
Sweet potato
Due to its nutritional properties, sweet potato has been the subject of several researches. Thus, according to a study, it has an antioxidant effect, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antimicrobial and anti-aging thanks to the proteins, lipids, carotenoids, anthocyanins and phenolic acids that compose it.
Coconut milk
It would contain medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) that, in one study, would be associated with weight loss, while balancing the gut microbiota. It also has the advantage of boosting the immune system thanks to the lauric acid it contains.
Cocoa
Because it is rich in antioxidants, cocoa, according to one study, would provide protection for neurons and improve cognition and positive mood. Similarly, it would reduce inflammation and thus be a significant means of prevention to reduce the risk of allergies, anxiety and hyperglycemia.
Brownie recipe without sugar or flour
The ingredients of this dessert must be from a biological culture, and devoid of any chemical product harmful to the health.
Ingredients
- ½ cup of avocado puree
- ½ cup cooked sweet potato
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- ½ cup of dark chocolate nuggets without milk
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- ¼ cup of coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
Preparation
- Start by preheating the oven to 180 °.
- Cover a cake pan with parchment paper.
- In the beginning, mix all the ingredients together without the chocolate chips. Then add these before pouring the mixture into the cake pan.
- Using a large spoon, adjust the level of the dough in the pan and cook in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Once cooked, let cool before unmolding the brownie and cut into pieces.
Good tasting !