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    Published: Dec 31, 2018 by Dina-Marie · Modified: Jan 11, 2022 65 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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    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!

    4.54 from 84 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 teaspoon 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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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Tatiana says

      June 13, 2019 at 11:25 pm

      Hello, do you think i can you flax egg? Thank you

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        June 17, 2019 at 4:13 pm

        Tatiana, I am not sure what you are asking - could you please clarify? Thanks!

        Reply
      • Shareen says

        October 30, 2019 at 6:33 am

        This recipe tastes amazing. I substituted honey with artificial sweetener and sadly the whole mixture clumped up and started leaking oil when baking. But it tastes amazing. It's more like a fudgy cookie. Next time I will mix the sweetener with a liquid. Maybe that will help.

        Reply
    2. Marie says

      June 16, 2019 at 6:20 pm

      5 stars
      We ate these for dessert last night. Oh my gosh, so delicious. Great recipe.

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        June 17, 2019 at 4:08 pm

        Marie, I am so glad - Thanks for taking the time to let me know!

        Reply
    3. Heena says

      June 20, 2019 at 11:04 pm

      We made this last week! Sooo good!!
      Thanks for the recipe Dina-Marie :)

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        June 22, 2019 at 8:44 am

        Heena, I am so glad you liked the recipe - it is definitely a favorite around here!

        Reply
    4. Missy York says

      August 03, 2019 at 6:43 pm

      I am going to make those tomorrow 4 the Sabbath and we'll pray they turn out as delish as you say

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        August 10, 2019 at 11:15 am

        Missy, I hope you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    5. Krassimira says

      August 24, 2019 at 6:31 am

      Can i use coconut oil instead of the butter?

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        August 24, 2019 at 7:06 am

        Krassimira, I have not but be sure to let me know how it works if you do try it!

        Reply
      • Claire says

        December 17, 2019 at 10:12 pm

        Hi, did you try with coconut oil? I would like to and wondered how it worked out?

        Reply
      • Nicola says

        March 01, 2020 at 7:52 am

        5 stars
        I always use coconut oil instead of butter and they're delicious. I also use much less honey than the recipe says, and it tastes plenty sweet enough for me!

        Reply
    6. Logan says

      September 02, 2019 at 7:44 am

      What about doubling the recipe?

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        September 04, 2019 at 10:44 am

        Logan, I have doubled the recipe without any problems.

        Reply
    7. Amanda says

      February 15, 2020 at 6:24 am

      Thank you for this wonderful and most importantly, simple recipe! I was worried when I poured the batter but it turned out well! I used olive oil in place of butter as I'm allergic to dairy, and olive oil was the only thing I had at that time. The brownie is moist, taste good, although it doesn't look as pretty as yours! :)

      Reply
    8. Paula says

      March 18, 2020 at 4:24 am

      These are delicious! I added some sugar free choc chips and used coconut oil instead of the butter. Will definitely be making them again :)

      Thanks for the recipe Dina-Marie

      Reply
    9. Hithi says

      April 07, 2020 at 12:26 pm

      5 stars
      Hey I made this today and it was delicious . Will surely be making it more often.

      Reply
    10. Karol says

      July 06, 2020 at 1:10 am

      Can I substitute honey for coconut sugar or Erythritol? Also the butter for coconut oil?

      Reply
      • Skylar says

        August 03, 2020 at 6:30 am

        We haven't tried this recipe with the substitutions you mentioned - try it and let us know how it goes!

        Reply
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