Go-To Wholesome Brownie Recipe

We made the fudgiest healthy brownies you’ll ever taste. Using a blend of superfine almond flour and a touch of coconut flour, these brownies deliver a rich, chocolatey texture that feels indulgent but is grain-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and made with minimal added oil, these brownies have been a reliable favorite for years.

What Makes these Brownies Healthier?

These brownies keep everything you love about classic brownies — deep chocolate flavor and a dense, fudgy bite — while swapping several traditional ingredients for cleaner alternatives. They are naturally sweetened with maple syrup, rely on almond and coconut flours instead of grain flour, and use almond butter to contribute both richness and moisture.

Highlights:

• Higher protein: Each serving contains protein-rich ingredients like almond meal, almond butter, and an egg.
• Gluten- and grain-free: Made with almond flour and coconut flour instead of wheat-based flours.
• All-natural sweetener: Maple syrup provides sweetness without refined white or brown sugar.
• Minimal added oil: This recipe uses just one tablespoon of melted coconut oil; almond butter provides much of the fat and fudginess.

Our Flour Combo for These Brownies

The combination of almond meal and a small amount of coconut flour gives these brownies a moist, dense crumb without any chalkiness. Use superfine almond flour (also called almond meal) for the best texture, and measure coconut flour carefully — it absorbs much more liquid than other flours and does not substitute 1:1 for wheat flour. Unsweetened cocoa powder adds deep chocolate flavor without extra sugar.

Storage

These brownies store well and are quick to revive with gentle reheating. If desired, warm an individual brownie for 15–20 seconds in the microwave to soften and remelt any chocolate chips before serving. Top with ice cream for an extra treat.

• Counter: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–5 days.
• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Healthy Brownies Recipe

Fudgy, chocolatey, and made with ingredients you can feel good about. Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: 16 minutes. Total: 26 minutes. Serves 6.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup superfine almond flour
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus more for topping
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup all-natural almond butter (smooth and pourable)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
• Sea salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a small bread pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and chocolate chips until the dry ingredients are lump-free.
3. Add the egg, almond butter, maple syrup, and almond milk. Stir until combined and the batter is thick and fudgy. Stir in the melted coconut oil until incorporated.
4. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and press it down evenly. Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top if you like.
5. Bake at 350°F for 16–18 minutes. The edges should be set but the center should remain slightly soft—do not overbake.
6. Remove from the oven, lightly sprinkle sea salt over the top, and let cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips & Notes

• These brownies are best when not overbaked—watch the clock and check the center for a slight jiggle.
• Use superfine almond flour for a smoother texture. Regular almond flour can result in a coarser crumb.
• Because coconut flour absorbs liquid quickly, do not increase it; the small amount in this recipe contributes structure without drying the brownies.
• Recipe updated on 6/11/2019.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 270 kcal; Carbohydrates: 25 g; Protein: 9 g; Fat: 23 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sugar: 15 g. Nutrition information is an approximation.