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Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies

Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies Recipe

This is an easy recipe for egg-less dark chocolate beet brownies. Slightly healthier alternative to the classic sweet treat that everyone loves!

Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies

Pureed beet keeps these dark chocolate beet brownies moist and apple puree (sauce) is added instead of eggs.

Are dark chocolate beet brownies healthy?

They are definitely healthier than your ordinary brownies thanks to using high quality dark chocolate with 70% cocoa content as well as adding pureed beet to the batter.

They are also oil-free.

The amount of refined sugar in this recipe is kept to a minimum as beets and apple sauce will add to the sweetness of these brownies.

Blended Beetroot for Brownies

How to make dark chocolate beet brownies

Melt the chocolate altogether with butter. When this is ready, stir in the sugar and set it aside. Now puree the beet. I always cut it into small pieces so it’s easier to process.

The next thing is mixing together the dry ingredients – flour, baking powder, baking soda and cocoa powder. After you just add apple puree, pureed beets and melted chocolate and mix everything well.

How to make Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies Step 1
How to make Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies Step 2

Pour the batter into a brownie pan lined with baking parchment and bake!

Make sure that you let them cool down before slicing them.

How to make Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies Step 3

Sweet inspiration:

If you like healthier treats, then I have some more ideas for you on my blog:

  • Chocolate Covered Dates are my favorite and they taste amazing!
  • Avocado Chocolate Mousse

If you like to indulge yourself, then these recipes might be for you:

  • Strawberry Marshmallow Brownies
  • Dulce de Leche Chocolate Cups
Homemade Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies Squares

Tips for making dark chocolate beet brownies

  • The sweetness of these brownies may vary. This will depend on the sweetness of apple puree and the beet.
  • I dusted these with pink powdered sugar. This is not necessary, and you can simply serve them plain or dusted with white sugar.
  • Make sure to use unsweetened natural cocoa powder to make these dark chocolate beet brownies.
  • The baking time may vary. This depends on your oven but also on your taste. If you like them gooey then 40 minutes should be perfect. If not, cook them longer. Always check with a skewer to see their doneness.
  • I buy ready-cooked beet from my local supermarket. This saves me time cooking it and peeling it and I don’t have to worry about my hands turning purple. However, you can also buy fresh beet and cook it yourself, if you like.
  • Use apple puree or thicker (smooth) apple sauce.
Egg-less Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies Slice

P.S. The prep might take even less than 20 minutes, especially when you make this for the second, third time!

Also if you are good at multi-tasking, then you can do step one and two at the same time: prep the beets while waiting for the chocolate to melt.

Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies with Pink Dusting

Want to see how to make Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies? Watch the video!

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Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies

This is an easy recipe for egg-less dark chocolate beet brownies. Slightly healthier alternative to the classic sweet treat that everyone loves!
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time1 hr
Servings: 9 Brownies
Calories: 226
Author: Julia

Ingredients

  • 3 ounces Dark Chocolate , 70% cocoa content (90g)
  • ⅓ cup Unsalted Butter (75g)
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar (100g)
  • 1 Cooked Beet (10 oz/280g)
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (140g)
  • ¼ tsp Baking Soda
  • ½ tsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tsp Unsweetened Natural Cocoa Powder
  • 1 cup Apple Puree (250g), See note 4
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Instructions 

  • Finely chop the chocolate and melt it altogether with butter in a double boiler. When ready, stir in the sugar and set aside.
  • Cut the cooked beet into smaller pieces and transfer these into a food processor. Process until the beets turn into a puree.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and cocoa powder. Mix well with a wooden spatula. Pour in apple puree, melted chocolate and pureed beet. Mix together with a wooden spoon.
  • Pour the batter into a brownie pan (greased with cooking oil/butter or lined with baking parchment).
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F/190°C for 40 minutes.

Video

Notes

  1. After 40 minutes these brownies will be slightly gooey inside. If you prefer them done more, cook them longer.
  2. The best way to prevent brownies from sticking to your pan is using baking parchment. I always cut out 2 rectangles that cover the bottom and sides.
  3. All-purpose flour (US) = Plain flour (UK).
  4. Use apple puree or apple sauce (not with chunks), unsweetened or low in sugar.
  5. I used a 7.5 inch square pan (19 cm) to make these brownies.
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beet Brownies Recipe, Dark Chocolate Brownies
Nutrition Facts
Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies
Amount per Serving
Calories
226
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
6
g
38
%
Cholesterol
 
18
mg
6
%
Sodium
 
46
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
160
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
30
g
10
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
16
g
18
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
220
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
0.7
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
24
mg
2
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Sally Humeniuk says

    31/01/2019 at 17:14

    These look moist and gooey, just how I love my brownies! I also love beets and have been wanting to try beet brownies. This is going on my list (and I love the pink powdered sugar).5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      01/02/2019 at 09:45

      You gotta give this recipe a go so! :)

      Reply
  2. Dannii says

    31/01/2019 at 17:37

    These are a great way to sneak some vegetables in. They look lovely and fluffy.5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      01/02/2019 at 09:45

      Thanks, Dannii!

      Reply
  3. Meeta says

    31/01/2019 at 18:11

    These look so moist and I love adding beetroot to the brownies too.5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      01/02/2019 at 09:45

      Thanks!

      Reply
  4. Ellen says

    31/01/2019 at 18:12

    I have got to look for that ready cooked beets at the store. These brownies looks delicious.

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      01/02/2019 at 09:46

      Thanks, Ellen!

      Reply
  5. Jennifer says

    31/01/2019 at 18:26

    Totally intrigued here! Looks divine without the guilt. Can’t wait to try!5 stars

    Reply
  6. Farah says

    01/02/2019 at 11:29

    perfect for valentines day!! these are gorgeous5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      02/02/2019 at 14:27

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Natalie says

    02/02/2019 at 18:27

    These brownies look so delicious – moist and dense. YUM ♥5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      02/02/2019 at 19:46

      Thanks, Natalie!

      Reply

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