Gluten Free Peanut Butter & Avocado Brownie Recipe

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This gluten free avocado brownie recipe made with coconut flour, makes for a healthier brownie alternative!

If you're a fan of peanut butter brownies, you must try this twist on the classic recipe. Discover how adding avocado to your brownie batter creates a fudgy, velvety texture, while also increasing the amount of healthy fats in the dessert. This avocado brownie recipe will soon become your favorite way to make healthy brownies.

As you follow along with me on my baking journey, you're going to find that there are a lot of "firsts". Using coconut flour as an ingredient was the "first" in this recipe. I am blown away by how little of it you actually use. I can't believe that I only used 3 tablespoons! Using this flour is what helped me keep things gluten free.

I'll be honest. I had no idea how these were going to turn out and was slightly worried that I'd end up wasting ingredients. Luckily, that was not the case. These decadent brownies are delicious on their own but a scoop of ice cream or "nice cream" would be a great addition! Just saying! They have a fudge-like consistency. The peanut butter was used as the egg replacer and I loved getting some of that PB flavor with each bite. You can never go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate!

Ingredients

To make these healthy avocado brownies, you'll need the following simple ingredients:

Dry ingredients:

• Coconut flour
• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Cocoa powder
• Granulated sugar or coconut sugar
• Salt

See recipe card for quantities.

Wet ingredients:

• Ripe avocado
• Dairy-free yogurt
• Peanut butter
• Vanilla extract
• Chocolate chips
• Coconut oil

See recipe card for quantities.

Hint: Make sure your avocado is ripe and soft before starting the recipe. You can test the ripeness by gently pressing the fruit in the palm of your hand. If it feels soft, it's ready to use.

What are the health benefits of avocado?

Avocado is often referred to as a superfood, and for good reason. Not only is it delicious and versatile, but it also packs a powerful nutritional punch. Avocados are high in healthy fats, fiber, and a variety of vitamins and minerals. These nutrients work together to provide numerous health benefits, including improved heart health, better digestion, and lower risk of certain diseases.

Incorporating avocado flesh into your baked goods is a delicious way to reap these benefits. By swapping out some of the less healthy ingredients with mashed avocado, you can create treats that are not only indulgent but also nutritious. Plus, it adds a rich, creamy texture that pairs perfectly with chocolate and peanut butter. Hello match made in heaven!

Substitutions and variations

Now that you know about the wonderful health benefits of avocado, let's explore some substitutions and variations that you can try in this recipe.

Granulated sugar - instead of granulated or white sugar, you can use coconut sugar to not add any refined sugar. You can also use a keto sweetener like monk fruit to keep things low carb.

Peanut butter - instead of peanut butter you can use almond butter, sun butter or any other nut butter that you prefer.

Equipment

8x8 square baking pan

Avocado is the secret ingredient that takes peanut butter brownies from ordinary to extraordinary. Try this avocado brownie recipe and discover the magic for yourself. Don't forget to share your experience with your friends and family, and encourage them to incorporate more healthy fats into their diet as well.

Looking for other vegan brownies to try? Check out out How to Make Ultra Fudgy Vegan Brownies