Gluten Free Low Sugar Brownie Bread

Brownies are such a decadent treat and are oozing with chocolatey goodness and not to mention calories and sugar. The following recipe gives you the best of the bread and brownie worlds while satisfying your sweet tooth. My husband loves this recipe and doesn't even miss the real thing! I replaced finely ground almonds to replace the flour for a gluten free recipe, but you could also substitute for a whole wheat flour. Enjoy!

Recipe:

1/4 c raw cocoa powder

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 c melted organic unrefined coconut oil

1 mashed ripe banana

1/2 c amber agave nectar 

1 egg

1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp pink Himalayan salt

1 3/4 c finely ground almonds

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease baking dish

2. Place approximately 4 cups (may need additional or fewer) raw almonds and place in food processor; grind until finely ground (almost flour like in texture and should make approximately 2 cups)

3. Combine oil, banana, and nectar and blend until light and fluffy.

4. Add egg and vanilla and mix until evenly combined

5. Combine dry ingredients in small bowl and add to wet ingredients. 

6. Place batter in greased pan approximately 20-25 minutes or until you can insert a toothpick and take it out without residue.