Recipe

Avocado Brownies: A Rich, IBS-Friendly Chocolate Treat

Published on Wednesday, April 20, 2022
by Lisa Green

IBS

Servings: 36Prep: 20 minsCook: 20 minsTotal: 40 mins

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Rich & Decadent Avocado Brownies (IBS-Friendly Option Included)

These brownies are the perfect treat to satisfy anyone’s chocolate cravings.

The avocado makes these brownies rich and decadent while also adding some of the nutritional benefits that avocados provide. The best part? They taste like traditional brownies.

They’re perfect as a quick snack or paired with a scoop of cashew ice cream for a simple sundae moment.

Why Avocado Works So Well Here

Avocado gives these brownies their creamy texture and richness, replacing some of the saturated fat typically found in traditional recipes. It also provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and fiber, which can support overall health.

For those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome, portion size is key. Avocado can be tolerated in smaller amounts, making recipes like this a flexible option depending on individual tolerance.

Baking Tips for the Perfect Texture

On the Fireside Chat—“What’s Cooking? with Dr. Koch”—we make mini brownie bites, but if you’re looking for a larger brownie, simply increase the baking time in 5-minute increments.

You’ll know the brownies are ready when:

The top is slightly crisp
A toothpick inserted comes out clean

Be sure to test a few spots—the center brownies often take a bit longer to bake.

If you’d like to add toppings like nuts, powdered sugar, or even a chocolate coating, add them right after the brownies come out of the oven while they’re still warm.

Notes for Recipe Success

Xanthan gum is used here as a stabilizer and thickening agent, a common practice in gluten-free baking. It works quickly and doesn’t require heat activation like cornstarch or flour. A small amount goes a long way—too much can change the texture significantly, so just a dash is enough for structure.

You may also see the term tempering in baking. This simply means slowly adding a warm liquid to eggs to gently raise their temperature and prevent scrambling.

Easy Customizations

These brownies are easy to adapt based on your preferences:

Swap vanilla extract for peppermint to create a chocolate-peppermint version
Add nuts or a drizzle of melted chocolate for extra texture and flavor

To make a Low FODMAP version, you can replace agave nectar with regular table sugar. Since agave is sweeter than cane sugar, you may need to slightly increase the amount to achieve the same sweetness.

Final Thoughts

These brownies strike the perfect balance between indulgent and nourishing.

Whether you’re making them for a quick snack, a dessert, or something to share, they’re a great way to enjoy your favorite treats while staying mindful of your gut health.

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Chocolate Avocado Brownies

Servings: 36 piecesPrep: 20 minsCook: 20 minsTotal: 40 minsDifficulty: Medium

AmericanDessertIBS-friendly recipes

Ingredients

2 Extra Ripe Avocados

1 Stick Unsalted Butter (room temperature)

4 Eggs (room temperature)

1/2 cup Cocoa Powder

1/2 cup Dark Chocolate (melted)

2/3 cup Agave Nectar

1/8 teaspoon Xanthan Gum

1/4 teaspoon Salt (optional)

1 teaspoon Vanilla

1 teaspoon Baking Soda

Instructions

In a stand mixer, on medium to high whip the avocados until smooth.

Add the softened butter, whip until smooth and fully combined. Add agave nectar.

Remember to scrape the sides of the mixing bowl to incorporate all the ingredients. Whip until smooth.

Add the eggs one at a time (scraping the sides and the very bottom of the mixing bowl in between each egg).

Whip the ingredients for 10 minutes. (Don’t freak out! The batter is supposed to look like that).

Temper the melted chocolate with the batter (if your melted chocolate is super warm, if not just add it right into the batter).

Add the Cocoa powder, Vanilla, Salt, and xanthan gum. The batter will resemble frosting. Thick and fluffy.

Scoop the batter into the mini muffin pan, if silicone, the pan shouldn’t need any grease, if not using silicone spray the pan with a non stick cooking spray.

Bake at 375 degrees F for approximately 20 minutes. Keep an eye on these brownies, ovens, and oven temperatures vary.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories
70

Fat
6.0g

Carbs
6.0g

Protein
1.0g

Fiber
2.0g

Sodium
45.0mg

Sugars
2.0g

Sat. Fat
2.5g

Notes

One Serving is 3 pieces.
Recommended Equipment: Stand Mixer

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