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    Published: Dec 31, 2018 by Dina-Marie · Modified: Jan 11, 2022 67 Comments This post may contain affiliate links

    Coconut Flour Brownies (Paleo!)

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    Coconut Flour Brownies, which could also be called Paleo Brownies or Gluten Free Brownies are one of the healthier brownie recipes I've had.

    They are a one bowl wonder! Easy to make and just plain delicious!

    A photo of three coconut flour brownies stacked up on a white plate

    For all of you on a no grain diet, finding a delish brownie recipe can be difficult! The texture has to be right. And, then there is the taste. My all time favorite brownie recipe, Never Fail Brownies is a no go!

    But, these Coconut Flour Brownies are a wonderful substitute! It can be difficult when eating a special diet like the paleo or gluten-free diets, especially if you have a sweet tooth.

    It is easy to feel abused and left out. But no more! Now you can indulge and enjoy!

    🎥 Video

    For a gluten free brownies recipe, this one is definitely a win-win. It doesn't fall apart or come up mealy, unlike a lot of GAPS-friendly recipes I've tried.

    In fact, this Coconut Flour Brownies recipe is quick and easy and has not failed me yet. It is absolutely delicious.

    My family loves it - when I share them.

    But, to be honest, I tend to be selfish with my brownies and save them for a treat with coffee in the afternoon.

    🥘 Ingredients

    • ½ cup coconut flour
    • ½ cup cocoa powder
    • ½ cup ghee or butter, melted
    • 3 eggs
    • ¾ cup honey
    • ½ tsp vanilla
    • 2 tbsp espresso (optional)

    You will notice the Coconut Flour Brownie recipe calls ghee or melted butter. I normally use butter but, in strict Paleo, that is not allowed.

    So, if you are on a strict paleo diet, you can also use coconut oil in place of the butter.

    Cooking with Coconut Flour

    • You can NOT substitute 1:1 coconut flour for wheat flour. Normally substitute ¼ cup - ⅓ cup coconut flour for each 1 cup of wheat flour.
    • Coconut flour absorbs liquids. This is why you use less coconut flour than wheat flour.
    • Increase the eggs used in a coconut flour recipe. A general rule of thumb is 6 eggs for each 1 cup of wheat flour and increase the liquid used to 1 cup.
    • Blend recipe ingredients well to avoid a heavy texture.

    🔪 Instructions

    • In mixing bowl, add all ingredients. Photo 1
    • Mix well. Photo 2
    • Pour in greased baking dish and bake. Photo 3
    • Enjoy! Photo 4
    Steps shown to make Coconut Flour Brownies, Paleo Brownies, Gluten Free Brownies
    (1) combine all ingredients (2) mix until consistent (3) pour into greased baking dish and bake then (4) enjoy!

    💭 Top tips

    • Baking with coconut flour is different from other flours so follow the directions as written
    • After baking, for a special touch, dust with cocoa and even drizzle with some melted chocolate
    • Using the honey called for in the recipe rather than conventional sugar lends a kind of well-rounded sweetness that sugar just can't provide, I love using a healthier substitute!
    • The espresso is optional but balances the taste of the cocoa giving a smooth rich tasting brownie

    Why Use Coconut Flour?

    Coconut flour is the flour produced from dried coconut meat and is a byproduct of coconut milk production.

    Just like learning how to crack coconuts takes a bit of effort, so does making your own coconut flour. It is waaaay easier and quicker to buy it.

    When coconut milk is pressed from coconut meat, small pieces of solid coconut meat are leftover. This coconut meat is then dried (at low temps) and ground to produce flour.

    Coconut flour is gluten-free and rich in protein - a great alternative to other flours made from grains. It has gained popularity with people who eat diets that limit grains like the Paleo, GAPS, gluten-free and the SCD diets.

    And because frankly, I love the way it acts as a baking ingredient. It's great for keeping things light and fluffy, and it's a great option for making gluten free brownies.

    Coconut flour also contains protein, which is a nice little perk for baking up desserts. Who doesn't want a dessert with a little bit of protein snuck in?

    You will only need one bowl to mix the recipe up, no special ingredients are needed, the recipe is easy, and the brownies taste delicious - this is definitely a win-win-win recipe!

    And if I may say so, it's simple enough to even cook with little ones. Maybe multiple naps can be ended with brownies, huh?

    Leave a comment and let me know if you ever take naps (especially when the kids are napping, too!).

    Overhead view of Coconut Flour Brownies - 3 stacked on a white plate with strawberries around it on a teal napkin

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    📋 Recipe

    Three coconut flour brownies on a white plate

    Coconut Flour Brownies

    Dina-Marie

    These brownies could also be called gluten free brownies or paleo brownies. Whatever name you want to use, they are easy and delicious!

    4.53 from 86 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 45 mins

    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American

    Servings 16
    Calories 133 kcal

    Ingredients

      

    • ½ cup coconut flour
    • ½ cup cocoa powder
    • ½ cup ghee or butter, melted
    • 3 eggs
    • ¾ cup honey
    • ½ teaspoons vanilla
    • 2 tablespoon espresso optional

    Instructions

     

    • Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease 9 x 9 baking dish.
    • Mix all ingredients together with whisk or hand mixer.
    • Pour into prepared baking dish.
    • Bake for 30 - 35 minutes - until a knife inserted comes out clean.
    • Cool before cutting.

    Notes

    For Paleo without dairy - substitute coconut oil for ghee or butter.

    Tips for Making Coconut Flour Brownies:

    • The espresso is optional but adds a delicious smoothness to the chocolaty flavor.
    • Try dusting the top with cocoa or drizzle with chocolate - it adds a special touch!

     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 71mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 220IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.7mg

    Keyword coconut flour brownies, gluten free brownies, paleo brownies
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    📖 Variations

    • Coconut Oil Chocolate Treats
    • Healthy Chocolate Covered Strawberries
    • Coconut Flour Biscuits
    • Healthy Coconut Coffee
    • Chocolate Covered Bananas
    • Cracking Coconuts

    Coconut Flour Brownies, Paleo Brownies or Gluten Free Brownies - which name do you prefer? Leave a comment!

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    1. R says

      July 14, 2020 at 2:03 pm

      4 stars
      Delicious thank you!
      I was in a hurry to make something gluten free for guests and this recipe came through for me so thank you!
      I subbed butter instead of oil and added in some chopped up chocolate but otherwise kept it as is. Delicious with home made ice-cream! Next time I'll use less coffee though - I don't drink it and it came across very strongly.

      Reply
    2. Sheetal Chawla says

      September 14, 2020 at 6:55 am

      5 stars
      So easy and yummy ....loved it !!

      Reply
      • Patricia says

        October 05, 2020 at 9:29 am

        4 stars
        Thank you for the recipe.
        Easy making, but too sweet...

        Reply
    3. Q says

      November 18, 2020 at 5:55 am

      can I substitute the honey with xylitol? and do you by any chance know how much I would need?

      Reply
      • My Cultured Palate says

        February 28, 2022 at 2:18 pm

        This would change the ratio of solid vs. liquid and might require other adjustments - it's basically a different recipe. I'm not familiar with xylitol but there may be conversion ratios online elsewhere.

        Reply
    4. Melissa says

      February 28, 2022 at 12:58 pm

      5 stars
      Made it without espresso and with butter. It was absolutely to die for. I had my doubts whether this would taste good or not and was very pleasantly surprised, could not have asked for a better taste. The coconut flour taste really comes through and I looooove it so much!

      Thanks for this perfect recipe!!

      Reply
    5. Patricia Ootjers says

      August 02, 2022 at 10:37 am

      Hi, I was wondering if I could us maple syrup instead of honey. I don’t usually buy honey but always have maple syrup in the house?

      Reply
      • My Cultured Palate says

        September 22, 2022 at 8:18 am

        Hey Patricia! We've never tested this but I don't see why you wouldn't be able to. I would consider this a new recipe though as you'd be experimenting with sweetness, viscosity and liquid content.

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