Flourless (Low Carb) Brownies Recipe π«
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 24 brownies
Description:
Indulge in these decadent flourless brownies that cater to your low-carb lifestyle, although they are not shy on richness! Created by Carol Williams, these brownies are a delightful treat suitable for dessert or a sweet snack.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Splenda sugar substitute
- 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Splenda sugar substitute
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Grease Baking Pan: Grease a large baking pan (approximately 9 x 13 inches) thoroughly to prevent sticking.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift the ground almonds three times. Then, add Splenda, salt, and baking powder. Mix well to combine.
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Melt Butter and Chocolate: Using a double boiler or microwave, melt the butter and chocolate until smooth.
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Prepare Egg Mixture: Once melted, remove the butter-chocolate mixture from heat and quickly whisk in the eggs until the consistency is pudding-like.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the melted chocolate-butter-egg mixture to the dry ingredients in the bowl. Mix thoroughly to combine.
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Incorporate Nuts: Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, checking after 15 minutes. Avoid overbaking; the brownies should be moist and fudgy.
Topping:
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Prepare Cream Cheese Topping: Allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature. Using a hand mixer, blend the cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of Splenda until smooth.
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Add Cream: Gradually add the heavy cream to the cream cheese mixture, blending until well incorporated.
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Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold in the whipped cream until the topping is light and fluffy.
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Chill: Allow the topping mixture to chill in the refrigerator while the brownies cool.
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Serve: Once the brownies have cooled, spread the cream cheese topping evenly over the surface. Alternatively, pipe decorative rosettes onto individual brownie squares.
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Freezing: These brownies freeze exceptionally well, even with the topping. Store in an airtight container for future enjoyment.
Serving Suggestions:
- For those who can afford a few extra carbs, consider drizzling a small amount of chocolate sauce over the cream cheese rosettes. Garnish with fresh raspberries for an elegant presentation.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 184.2
- Fat: 17.2g
- Saturated Fat: 7.2g
- Cholesterol: 51.3mg
- Sodium: 89.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.2g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 3.4g
Enjoy these delightful flourless brownies as a guilt-free indulgence or a special treat for any occasion!
