Zero-Waste Nut-Milk Pulp Brownies (Printable)

Fudgy, chocolate brownies crafted with nut-milk pulp for flavor and sustainable baking.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
02 - 1/2 cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup (200 g) nut-milk pulp, squeezed dry (e.g., almond or cashew)
06 - 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar or coconut sugar
07 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
08 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

10 - 1/2 cup (90 g) dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
11 - 1/3 cup (40 g) chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate large bowl, combine nut-milk pulp, sugar, melted coconut oil or unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until smooth and homogeneous.
04 - Gradually fold dry ingredient mixture into wet ingredients, taking care not to overmix. Blend until just combined.
05 - Stir in chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges with a few moist crumbs.
07 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Minimizes food waste using nut-milk pulp
  • Easy, one-bowl preparation with deep chocolate flavor
02 -
  • Nut-milk pulp should be squeezed very dry for best texture.
  • Recipe can be made gluten-free and dairy-free with appropriate substitutions.
03 -
  • Add 1/2 tsp espresso powder for richer chocolate flavor.
  • Try serving brownies with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vegan ice cream.
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