Craving dessert but wondering how to cheat at the start of the week? Here’s a delicious Fudgy Chocolate Brownies recipe that is made with – wait for it – avocados!

INGREDIENTS

4 ounces dark chocolate chopped + divided
2 ripe avocados pitted + skins removed
3/4 cup coconut sugar
2 teaspoons instant coffee optional
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs*
1/2 cup cacao or cocoa powder I use cacao
1/2 cup almond meal/flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
roated chopped almond, for topping (optional)

CHOCOLATE FUDGE FROSTING

1/3 cup real maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil
2 ounces dark chocolate chopped
1/3 cup cacao or cocoa powder I used cacao

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper.

1. Melt 2 ounces dark chocolate in the microwave or over a double broiler until melted and smooth.

2. Add the avocado, coconut sugar, instant coffee and vanilla to a food processor and puree until completely smooth and no clumps of avocado remain. It helps to scrape down the sides of the bowl once or twice. Pour in the melted chocolate and puree until smooth and combined.

3. Add the eggs and process until the eggs are combined.

4. Now add the cacao powder, almond meal and salt. Pulse until the mixture is just combined.

5. Remove the blade and stir in the remaining 2 ounces of chopped dark chocolate.

6. Evenly spread the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the brownies are just set. DO NOT over bake or these will become cakey. Allow to cool before frosting.

CHOCOLATE FUDGE FROSTING

In a small sauce pan, melt together the maple syrup, coconut oil and dark chocolate over low heat until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the cacao power + a pinch of salt. Pour the frosting over the brownies and spread in an even layer. Sprinkle with any desired toppings. Place the brownies in the fridge and allow the frosting to set 30 minutes to 1 hour. Cut in bars and store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place or in the fridge.