Avocado Brownies for two – from Paleo Mug Muffins 2 by Cook It Up Paleo.
Raise your hand if you love single serve recipes!
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My problem is that I can’t be trusted around a bowl of cookie dough or a tray of freshly baked brownies. Moderation has never been my strong suit when it comes to dessert. Why have one cookie when you can have 17, right?
Which is exactly why single serve recipes are my jam. Cupcakes ‘n cookies ‘n brownies (oh my!).
Since me and my dumb brain can’t be trusted with making responsible, adult decisions in the presence of sugar it’s better I take away the option of overeating by making single serve recipes when the craving strikes.
So when my friend Heather from the blog Cook It Up Paleo asked if I’d like a copy of Paleo Mug Muffins 2 I jumped all over the opportunity.
First of all I just want to say how much I admire the fact that Heather has already published three ebooks on top of maintaining her blog.
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I’m struggling to get one done and she’s already done three! I wish I had as much oomph to get things done when I was 19. Actually, I could probably do with a little more of that oomph now come to think of it…
Secondly, I just really love this ebook.
There are:
- 20 exclusive paleo recipes
- 15 nut free
- 9 low carb
- 8 egg free
- 8 coconut free
In addition to mug muffins, Heather also shares cookies, cakes, brownies, and even a few single serve bread recipes. Basically she’s got you covered for whatever sweet tooth you may have.
It took me a while to decide which recipe I wanted to share but eventually I decided on the avocado brownie because I’m a sucker for all things avocado.
The real seal of approval came from my husband who has already had three in the past two days. He’s also not that great with the whole moderation thing but that’s perfectly fine in this instance because at least he’s eating avocado.
Despite my little cast iron brownie here, all of Heathers’ recipes are prepared in the microwave which means they’ll be ready in minutes. I just happened to have bought a couple mini cast iron pans that I really wanted to use so I’ll include both oven/microwave directions below.
If you’re anything like me and can’t be left alone with homemade cookies then you should definitely check out Paleo Mug Muffin’s 2 and Heather’s other books while you’re at it! It’s only 5 bucks and it goes to a good cause which you can read about here.
In the mean time I hope you enjoy this brownie as much as we did! I’ve got my eye on the strawberry shortcake next!
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Avocado Brownies For Two
Avocado Brownies for two – from Paleo Mug Muffins 2 by Cook It Up Paleo.
Ingredients
- 1/2 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 10-20 drops liquid stevia or 1 tablespoon maple syrup/honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons almond flour
- pinch of bakings soda
- pinch of salt
- dark chocolate chips, optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl or mug mix together the mashed avocado, egg yolk, sweetener, coconut oil and vanilla extract until combined
- Add the almond flour, baking soda, cocoa powder and salt and mix together.
Microwave Version
- Microwave on HIGH for 90 seconds. Top with chocolate chips. Allow the brownie to cool for a minute and enjoy!
Oven Version
- Transfer the brownie batter to a couple of small ramekin dishes and bake in an oven preheated to 350°F/180°C for 15-20 minutes or until the middle is cooked all the way. Top with chocolate chips and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Serving Size:
brownie Calories: 237Saturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 8mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 5gProtein: 5gYou might also like…
Robin says
Can i sub coconut or whole wheat flour? Out of almond flour….
Sarah Nevins says
Hi Robin! Not sure about wheat flour but you could try using 1 tablespoon coconut flour (you would need less coconut because it’s a much more absorbent flour than almond).
cyndi says
Can you tell me the nutrition for the Paleo Avocado brownie mug muffin? thank you so much!
Sarah says
According to MyFitnessPal it’s: Calories: 370 Carbs: 14 grams Fat: 40 grams Fiber: 9grams Protein: 10 grams
Christina says
I would love to try this recipe! Can I sub the egg yolk for flax?
Sarah says
Hi Christina! I can’t say for sure that it would work since I haven’t tried it that way, but I do think a flax would work fine in place of the yolk. If you try it that way let me know how it goes!
Lisa says
Can’t wait to try this recipe! If I use maple syrup or honey, what amount should I use in place of the 10-20 drops of liquid stevia?
Sarah says
1 tablespoon 🙂 I hope you like it as much as we do!
Cassie says
Sometimes I have a friend when cooking, so I have to make two servings as well! But this is a great dessert to share with my sister or BFF! And it’s healthy too!
Sarah says
I love cooking with friends – so much fun and it keeps me from eating too much 😀
Bethany @ Athletic Avocado says
Mmmmmm these brownies look super fudgey and chocolatey! I also love singe serving recipes, so much less to clean up 😉
Sarah says
Another thing to love about single serve snacks!