Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Brownie Base
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, and sugar-free sweetener. Mix well.
- Add the applesauce, melted coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until fully combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Bake the Brownies
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Prepare the Topping
- While the brownies cool, melt the sugar-free chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth.
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the cooled brownies.
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies over the melted chocolate layer, pressing down gently to adhere.
Serve
- Refrigerate the brownies for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- Once set, cut into 16 squares and serve. Enjoy your sugar-free peppermint brownie squares!
Nutrition
Notes
For a more intense peppermint flavor, add a few extra drops of peppermint extract to the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
