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Low Carb Baking Almond Flour Brownies

Brownies have a way of pulling us back into the kitchen even on the busiest of days. I’ve baked plenty of them over the years, but these almond flour brownies? They’re the ones I find myself sneaking into the kitchen for at midnight. What makes them different is that they balance comfort with a lighter approach. That’s right, this is low carb baking at its best, and the secret lies in almond flour. The texture stays fudgy, the edges get just a little chewy, and no one around the table guesses they’re part of my stash of healthy almond flour recipes. The beauty of baking with almond flour is how versatile it is. I’ve tried it in everything from keto almond flour recipes to almond flour desserts that I proudly brought to family gatherings. There’s a small joy in hearing, 'Wait, this is almond flour?'—and it’s the kind of surprise I live for. These brownies don’t just taste good, they remind me that healthier choices can feel indulgent too. If you’ve ever scrolled endlessly through almond flour recipes, wondering if one would finally taste like the brownies you grew up with, trust me on this one. Pull out your whisk, line a pan, and let’s make a batch that might not last until tomorrow.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keywords: Almond Flour Desserts, almond flour recipes, Baking With Almond Flour, Healthy Almond Flour Recipes, Keto Almond Flour Recipes, low carb baking
Servings: 12 pieces
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup granulated erythritol or sugar substitute
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, stir melted butter with erythritol until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  4. Fold dry mixture into wet ingredients until batter forms.
  5. Stir in chocolate chips.
  6. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the edges look set but the center is still soft.
  8. Cool completely before slicing.