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Paleo Peppermint Mocha Brownies

It’s the holiday season and these paleo peppermint mocha brownies are sure to jingle your bells! These super fudgey, grain-free brownies boost of holiday spirits with a splash of peppermint and a much needed kick of coffee. Top them with my super easy chocolate coffee frosting, and it will feel like Christmas is here to stay.

The brownie recipes calls for freshly ground coffee. You’ll need to grind it very fine otherwise you’re brownies may taste a little chewy or gritty. I’ve also used a pack of Starbucks Via, their upgraded instant coffee, with good success.

Paleo Peppermint Mocha Brownies

If you’re more in the peppermint hot chocolate camp, you can omit the coffee in both the brownies and the frosting. They are delicious either way!

Be sure to let these paleo peppermint mocha brownies cool completely before trying to slice them! This ensures the texture stays thick and fudgy. When they are too hot, they’ll crumble all over you. Not the hot mess look you’re going for.

Not in the mood to make frosting? I feel you! These rich brownies can stand on their own and are just as delicious (and giftable) frosting free!

Paleo Peppermint Mocha Brownies

Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups almond flour
  • 2 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp very finely ground coffee or use instant coffee like Starbucks VIA pack
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1½ tsp peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • Sea salt to garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°. Grease an 8X8 glass baking dish or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine almond and coconut flours, ground coffee, cocoa powder, and coconut sugar. Stir until well combined.
  3. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and mix in melted butter, egg, vanilla, honey and peppermint extract. Stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Spoon batter into prepared baking dish and smooth into an even layer.
  6. Bake for 20-23 minutes, remove from oven and allow to cool completely before serving.
  7. Optional: top these fudgey brownies with chocolate coffee frosting and peppermint stick pieces!

 

Need more holiday recipes? Be sure to check out our round-up of holiday favorites!

Chocolate Coffee Recipe

Print Recipe
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut cream
  • 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee

Method
 

  1. Heat a heavy bottomed sauce pot over medium low heat and add all ingredients.
  2. Slowly melt chocolate and stir until a smooth consistency is reached.
  3. Remove from heat and cool frosting in fridge until it's thickened (about 20 minutes).
  4. Spread on cooled brownies!

Notes

Making 2 tbsp of coffee feel like a pain in the butt? I hear ya. This is where those Via instant coffee packs come in handy. Stir one pack with about 4oz of water to make a strong cup of coffee. Add 2 tbsp for frosting and either dump the rest OR put in the fridge and add to your smoothie the next morning! 

November 26, 2019

Liz Winters

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