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Paleo Hot Cocoa Brownies (Dairy-Free, Grain-Free)

By Erika in Desserts

dairy-free gluten-free grain free refined sugar-free

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Hot Cocoa Brownies are chewy and delicious with little bursts of chocolate chunks and a creamy “marshmallow” frosting. No one ever guesses this recipe is Paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free! this idea now...

Hot Cocoa is a favorite treat this time of year. And brownies are delicious at any time of the year. So I thought a combination would be perfect!

Hot Cocoa Brownies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious. This recipe is so good that I often make a double batch because one 8″ pan doesn’t last long.

Hot Cocoa Brownies are chewy and delicious with little bursts of chocolate chunks and a creamy “marshmallow” frosting. No one ever guesses this recipe is Paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free!

These Hot Cocoa Brownies are so deliciously moist and chewy with little bursts of chocolate chunks and a creamy “marshmallow” frosting, you’ll never guess this is a Paleo recipe!
Yes, this family-favorite recipe is gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, and free of refined-sugar! But I bet you wouldn’t think so if you tasted them. I’ve served this treat to non-Paleo friends and they loved it!

While these Hot Cocoa Brownies aren’t quite as fudgey as traditional brownies, they’re about as close as I’ve tasted when it comes to a grain-free version. They are just SO good!

Hot Cocoa Brownies are chewy and delicious with little bursts of chocolate chunks and a creamy “marshmallow” frosting. No one ever guesses this recipe is Paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free!

This recipe is easy to make and my kids love helping me whip up a batch as special treat. In fact, they’ve requested these Hot Cocoa Brownies as a Valentine’s Day treat. They won’t get any arguments from me!

While I’ve changed the recipe quite a bit, I must give some credit to Fit Foodie Finds for her Paleo Hot Cocoa Cookies that inspired me to create this brownie version.

And for the record, the marshmallows in the photo are for decoration only; they are definitely NOT refined-sugar free or Paleo.

Hot Cocoa Brownies are chewy and delicious with little bursts of chocolate chunks and a creamy “marshmallow” frosting. No one ever guesses this recipe is Paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free!

More Healthy Chocolate Recipes:

  • Homemade Dairy-Free Hot Cocoa Mix
  • Quick + Easy Chocolate Fat Bombs (Helps Curb Cravings!)
  • Peppermint Hot Chocolate
  • Easy Homemade Paleo Mint Dark Chocolate
  • Chocolate Chip Coconut Bars
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These brownies are so deliciously moist and chewy with little bursts of chocolate chunks and a creamy “marshmallow” frosting, you’ll never guess they’re Paleo!

  • Author: Erika Bragdon
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 16-20 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 egg
  • 2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cacao or baking cocoa
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 cup soy-free chocolate chips + extra for topping
  • Frosting:
  • 2/3 cup palm shortening
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 Tbsp tapioca starch or flour
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Mix the wet ingredients together in a mixer or food processor. Add the cacao and baking soda; mix again. Fold in the chocolate chips. Spread into a coconut-oil greased 8″ square baking dish.
  2. Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until tests done. Set aside to cool completely.
  3. For the frosting:
  4. Whip the shortening until it’s fluffy. Slowly add the maple syrup, beating well. Add the tapioca and vanilla extract and keep whipping until it’s well combined and fluffy.
  5. Smooth over the brownies and sprinkle with a few chocolate chips.
  6. Store covered. If you’re planning to keep these for several days, store in the refrigerator.

Hot Cocoa Brownies are chewy and delicious with little bursts of chocolate chunks and a creamy “marshmallow” frosting. No one ever guesses this recipe is Paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free!

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    Filed Under: Desserts, Paleo, Recipes Tagged With: dairy-free, gluten-free, grain free, refined sugar-freePublished on February 19, 2016

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    About Erika

    Erika Bragdon is a flower essence practitioner and a second-generation homeschooling mom with 3 kids at home and 1 in college. She enjoys her chickens, goats, and gardening on a small farm in New Hampshire, and is passionate about sharing flower essences and more ways to renew body, mind, and soul with moms.

    Comments

    1. Cathi Crismon says

      February 19, 2016 at 8:09 pm

      Oh my goodness! I’m gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian. You just made my day. I can’t wait to give this recipe of yours a go!!

      Reply
    2. Kristi says

      February 20, 2016 at 10:42 am

      Oh those sound a great new brownie that we need to add to our dessert menu. We have a reunion coming up and I was trying to find something new to bring… I found it! Thanks!

      Reply
    3. Sharon says

      February 20, 2016 at 8:37 pm

      We are working hard to change up our recipes and clean them up a bit. Thanks for this idea on making them just a little bit more good for us!

      Reply
    4. Aubrey says

      February 21, 2016 at 1:00 am

      Mixing the best of both. I like it. I’ll have to give it a try.

      Reply
    5. Tammilee Tips says

      February 21, 2016 at 2:36 pm

      These sound like amazing brownies!! I love hot cocoa too, this would be perfect for our cold winter days we get.

      Reply

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