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2.11.18

Fudgy Chocolate Strawberry Paleo Brownies {GF, DF}

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These fudgy paleo brownies are layered with easy homemade strawberry preserves and drizzled with more dark chocolate for the ultimate decadent (but healthy!) dessert.  They’re grain free, dairy free, gluten free with a refined sugar free option.

Fudgy chocolate brownies with chunks of dark chocolate and a sweet homemade strawberry filling?!  Yes, yes, and oh yes.

Plus a generous drizzle of melty dark chocolate on top of that?  Even more yes.  I won’t even start to mention ice cream (my favorite coconut vanilla) at this point – although if you want to I’ll definitely listen!

I’ll start with the strawberry filling – since that’s what you’ll make first.  It’s a spin-off of the filling for my almond butter & jelly cookie bars, and it’s the simplest way to make a gooey fruit filling that yes – the kids will find acceptable.

All you need are strawberries and maple syrup.  Fresh or frozen – it doesn’t matter!  You simply boil the ingredients together and allow the sauce to reduce to a consistency similar to strawberry preserves.  It bakes well and tastes incredible with all the fudgy dark chocolate flavor in the brownie batter!

The brownie batter itself is super easy to mix together – just make sure all your ingredients are at room temp before mixing, since that will keep the coconut oil from starting to solidify.

Since I almost NEVER remember to take my eggs out early, I just allow them to sit in hot water for a minute or so to quickly warm them up – works perfectly every time!

For the dark chocolate in the brownie recipe, I actually made my own with the same recipe I used for the chocolate shell in my truffles.  I usually allow it to chill in a parchment paper lined loaf pan, then chop as needed!  You can also just use your favorite paleo (or any) dark chocolate you wish!

These brownies (and most paleo brownies in my opinion) are even more deliciously fudgy after chilling – but yes – I know it’s tough to wait for brownies to cool completely before digging in.

Trust me though – you’ll have a MUCH easier time cutting these (and the texture will be perfect) if you allow the brownies to cool, and then chill in the fridge for about an hour.

I like to store these covered in the refrigerator for about a week, and they can also be frozen and they thaw really well in the fridge overnight.

I can’t wait for you all to try these brownies – you’re in for a major treat!

Whether you’re making them for a special occasion (like Valentine’s Day – which is 3 days from now!) or “just because” it’s time for chocolate – I know you’ll enjoy this healthier version of decadent, fudgy brownies.  Get your apron on (because chocolate will kill your outfit) and let’s bake!!

Fudgy Chocolate Strawberry Paleo Brownies {GF, DF}

Fudgy Strawberry Chocolate Paleo Brownies {GF, DF}

These fudgy paleo brownies are layered with easy homemade strawberry preserves and drizzled with more dark chocolate for the ultimate decadent (but healthy!) dessert.  They're grain free, dairy free, gluten free with a refined sugar free option.
Author: Michele Rosen
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Paleo
Servings: 16
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Ingredients

Brownies:

  • 2 eggs room temp
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup blanched almond flour
  • 2/3 cup raw cacao powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chopped**

Strawberry Filling:

  • 2 cups strawberries fresh or frozen
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup

Chocolate Drizzle (Optional*)

  • 1/3 cup raw cacao powder
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Strawberry Filling

  1. Bring strawberries and maple to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring to prevent burning.  Continue to simmer on med-low 20-30 minutes until thickened and reduced, stir occasionally and scrape sides of saucepan to prevent burning. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely, then chill until ready to use.

Brownies:

  1. Line an 8 x 8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut sugar, maple, coconut oil and vanilla until very smooth

  3. In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt.
  4. Carefully stir the dry mixture into the wet until fully combined, then stir in the chopped dark chocolate

  5. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the brownie batter into the lined baking dish, then pour all the strawberry filling (it should be about 2/3 cup) over the batter. Pour the remaining brownie batter over the top scraping the bowl with a spatula. Then use the spatula to gently swirl the brownie batter with the strawberry.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the center is just set. Check after 20 mins to prevent overbaking!
  7. Remove from oven and allow to sit and cool on a wire rack for at least an hour, preferably 2, before cutting and serving. These can be stored covered in the refrigerator or at room temperature, depending your preference. 

  8. For chocolate drizzle, whisk all ingredients together well until a smooth mixture forms (consistency of melted chocolate). Drizzle over the top after brownies cool, before serving.   

Recipe Notes

*You can also drizzle a melted dark chocolate of your preference over the top for the same effect.

**You can make your own dark chocolate with this recipe (just chill the chocolate after mixing)

Nutrition

Calories: 158kcal
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 95mg
Potassium: 116mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 11g
Vitamin A: 30IU
Vitamin C: 10.6mg
Calcium: 34mg
Iron: 0.9mg

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More than a little into running and paleo recipes (yoga now too!) but I'm not here to rain on your grains (or anything else) so come along for the ride! I do a little too much of everything (except cleaning), and I enjoy laughing at myself. As long as I'm the one making the jokes, that is. Just kidding. So bring me your angst, your appetite and your frying pan and climb aboard!

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  1. Natalie says

    February 11, 2018 at 8:56 am

    5 stars
    These brownies look amazing! So fudgy and chocolatey ♥

    Reply
    • Michele says

      February 11, 2018 at 10:21 am

      They’re soooo good 🙂

      Reply
  2. DT says

    February 11, 2018 at 9:25 am

    Could you sub 2 chia eggs for eggs?

    Reply
    • Michele says

      February 11, 2018 at 10:17 am

      I haven’t used chia eggs but I think flax eggs would definitely work 🙂

      Reply
  3. ANNIE CECIL says

    February 13, 2018 at 7:48 pm

    If I don’t want to use coconut sugar, can I substitute for more maple syrup or honey?

    Reply
  4. Alicia says

    February 13, 2018 at 8:56 pm

    I just want to stare at that picture all day!!! Yum!!!!

    Reply
  5. Diána says

    February 14, 2018 at 5:40 am

    5 stars
    Hello Michele,

    I plan on making these the next week, they look really delicious! I have really yummy and sweet strawberry jam at home (made 100% from the berries, no added suga). Can you tell me how much should I use of it?

    Thank you and have a lovely day! 🙂

    Ps.: Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone who celebrates it! <3

    Reply
    • Michele says

      February 14, 2018 at 2:11 pm

      Hi! I’d say about 2/3 cup 🙂 Enjoy!

      Reply
      • Diána says

        February 15, 2018 at 5:04 pm

        🙂
        I would like to ask one more thing. I mentioned these brownies to my friend but she isn’t following a paleo diet. Do you think this would work if she uses whole wheat flour? I have a feeling it means that she has to adjust the liquid ingredients, basically creating another recipe from this one… She likes baking, so I think she will be fine with that, but I thought I would ask your opinion first. 🙂

        Thank you!

        Reply
  6. Nicolette says

    February 19, 2018 at 11:26 pm

    5 stars
    These may be the best brownies that I have EVER had in my entire life!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      February 20, 2018 at 3:25 pm

      Yay! Thrilled to hear you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  7. Diána says

    February 21, 2018 at 12:34 pm

    5 stars
    I made them today and they are sooo yummy! Everyone loved them in my family.
    Although I used dutch cacao powder (so I added lemon juice for the baking soda to activate), because I like that better. Next time I try using raw cacao powder. 🙂
    From now on I shall make my own chocolate at home!
    Thank you for sharing your amazing recipes, Michele! You bring happiness to the world. 😉

    Reply
    • Michele says

      February 23, 2018 at 10:31 am

      Aw I’m thrilled you enjoyed!

      Reply
  8. Julie says

    March 13, 2018 at 4:36 pm

    Just made these! They are cooling now 🙂 they still seem really soft after cooking for 35 minutes. It may just be the jam. I’ll let them cool and see if it forms
    More. I added 2 flax seed eggs instead of the egg. I’m taking these to my inlaws later. They think I can’t make anything “normal”. “Normal” meaning refined sugar, over processed, no fruits or veggies snuck in anywhere. Haha! I can’t wait for them to try these. 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie says

      March 14, 2018 at 7:00 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! Ended up making these and they are so so good!!! My husband thought they would be good with a cherry “preserve”. Like a chocolate covered cherry. I prefer strawberries but May try that next time. These are super sweet so I also may try to cut the sugar down some next time and see how it works. I can’t have gluten and I can honesty say these are better then any gluten, preservative loaded, refined sugar brownie I’ve ever had. Great job coming up with this one. And THANK YOU!

      Reply
  9. Julie says

    March 22, 2018 at 4:43 pm

    5 stars
    These look so good! Do you think there would be a way to use an over ripe banana to cut down on the maple syrup needed?

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 23, 2018 at 7:42 pm

      I’m not sure about measurements but it’s probably possible 🙂

      Reply
  10. Rachel says

    April 24, 2018 at 10:57 am

    5 stars
    These were the most amazing brownies I’ve had since starting my diet 6 months ago! I started AIP and with introductions I am moving more towards Paleo. Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful treat I could indulge in on my birthday!

    Reply
  11. Gabby P says

    May 22, 2018 at 9:26 pm

    5 stars
    Just made these and they are amazing! I did drain a bit of the juice of the strawberry sauce because it seemed a little runny and I didn’t have time to wait around for it to cool. Also, for all who are wondering, I used Ghirardelli premium cocoa and it worked just fine! I did order a bag of that raw cacao because it seems a lot healthier but wanted to report that it works with regular cocoa as well. Thank you for the great recipe!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      June 1, 2018 at 10:46 pm

      Sounds delicious, glad you enjoyed!

      Reply
  12. Rachel McCall says

    May 28, 2018 at 4:27 pm

    These brownies are so good! Just made them for Memorial Day and the whole family loved them! Very rich flavor.

    Reply
    • Michele says

      June 1, 2018 at 10:29 pm

      Awesome to hear!

      Reply
  13. Natalie says

    June 24, 2018 at 11:54 am

    If I leave out the strawberry filling completely, would I need to do anything else differently? Would it affect cooking time?

    Reply
  14. Amber says

    July 6, 2018 at 3:14 pm

    Should you chop the strawberries before you mix them with syrup then boil?

    Reply
    • Michele says

      July 12, 2018 at 10:11 am

      If you want, but there’s no need since they’ll break down with cooking.

      Reply
  15. Whitney says

    February 4, 2019 at 12:59 pm

    Can you use coconut cassava flour for these?

    Reply
  16. Deborah Wittnebert says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:43 pm

    Is there anything that can be substituted for almond flour in this recipe for those with tree nut allergies?

    Reply
  17. Rachel says

    February 14, 2019 at 11:58 am

    I don’t have blanched almond flour, only super fine natural. Is that ok? These look SO good! Can’t wait to celebrate Valentine’s Day with them for dessert!

    Reply
  18. Shalis H. says

    February 19, 2019 at 11:40 am

    We have just started our AIP journey, so no nurs or eggs yet….do you have good substitutions for these?

    Reply
  19. Miarou says

    March 18, 2019 at 10:08 am

    5 stars
    These are insanely good and so easy to make!!! I ended up putting less sugar in mine since I did not have coconut sugar and I find regular cane style sugar to be so sweet. These ended up so fudgy and chocolatey, and ultra satisfying. I may need to make another batch soon! 🙂

    Reply
  20. Leslie says

    June 10, 2019 at 9:29 pm

    5 stars
    These are amazing. I’ve made them multiple times and they come out great each as every time. Tonight I made them again, this time without the strawberry filling. I followed the brownie recipe exactly, just left the filling out and they are still so delicious. This is another one of your recipes that I will make again and again!

    Reply

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