Healthy Gluten-Free pecan brownies

These gluten-free brownies are rich, soft and deeply chocolatey — without the heaviness of traditional ones. Made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, ricotta, and dark chocolate, they’re the perfect guilt-free treat to enjoy with your afternoon coffee or to pack in your kids’ lunchbox.

They’re protein-rich, naturally sweetened (just a tablespoon of coconut sugar — and even that is optional!), and made in one bowl. No flour, no butter, no refined sugar. Just simple comfort food you’ll love sharing with your family.

Ingredients (makes ~6 squares)

• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar (optional, or to taste)

• 2 eggs

• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (unsweetened)

• 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese

• A handful of dark chocolate chunks (70–85%)

• A handful of pecans, roughly chopped

• Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract or a pinch of sea salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C / 350°F and line a small baking dish with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, yogurt, and ricotta until smooth.

3. Add the cocoa powder and coconut sugar. Stir well to combine.

4. Fold in the dark chocolate chunks and chopped pecans.

5. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly.

6. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until just set in the middle.

7. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing — the texture improves as they cool!

   Why You’ll Love These Brownies

   • Naturally gluten-free (no flour!)

   • High in protein and low in sugar

   • Made with real, whole ingredients

   • Family- and toddler-approved

   • Ready in under 30 minutes

   Tips for the Perfect Texture

   • Don’t overbake! The center should be slightly soft when you take them out.

   • For extra fudginess, store them in the fridge for a few hours before serving.

   • Add a few berries or a drizzle of nut butter on top for a beautiful finishing touch.

   • You can replace pecans with walnuts or hazelnuts for variation.

   Products I used (affiliate links)

   These are the exact products I love and use to make this recipe easy and delicious:

   • Creamy ricotta → I use fresh ricotta from a trusted local producer — I don’t support industrial dairy exploitation.

   • Organic unsweetened cocoa powder

   • 85% dark chocolate chips

   • Raw pecans

   • Glass baking dish

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