Chocolate-Pumpkin Brownies

Pumpkin is the star ingredient in these moist, healthy brownies. Loaded with more potassium than bananas, high in vitamin A and full of fiber that keeps us fuller for longer are all fantastic reasons to make these healthy pumpkin brownies. Nut butter nourishes our brain with omega-3 fatty acids and cocoa powder brings antioxidant polyphenols to the party. A nutritious chocolate lovers dessert.

Makes 8

Ingredients

  • 1 c. Organic pumpkin purée

  • 1/2 c. Nut butter (almond, cashew, macadamia nut or sun butter if you have nut allergies)

  • 2 T. granular stevia, monk fruit, erythritol

  • 1/2 c. dark chocolate or sugar-free chocolate chips

  • Pinch of Himalayan salt

  • 6 T. Cacao powder

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350.

  • Grease a bread loaf pan.

  • Mix all ingredients until smooth.

  • Pour into pan and spread evenly.

  • Bake 35-40 min. (check at 30 minutes with a toothpick)

  • Do not over bake..

  • Let cool completely then cut and store in container. 

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sweetsKristin Smith