Brownies With Chia Seeds
Created by ellie on February 22, 2015
- Servings: 16
- Prep Time: 20m
- Cook Time: 30m
- Recipe #17524
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 to 2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee granules (optional)
- 2/3 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Espresso powder (optional)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
How to Make
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Step 1: In a small bowl combine water and chia seeds; cover and let stand at room temperature for 12-24 hours before using. Stir before using.
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Step 2: In a saucepan over low heat add chocolate, stirring until melted. Remove from heat. Let cool.
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Step 3: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Step 4: Line 8x8x2 inch pan with foil, extending foil over the edges of the pan. Grease foil and set aside.
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Step 5: Stir sugar into the cooled chocolate. Add eggs, one at a time, beating with a wooden spoon after each addition until combined. Stir in chia mixture and vanilla.
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Step 6: In small bowl combine dry ingredients (flour - espresso powder). Stir flour mixture into chocolate mixture. Stir in nuts, if using.
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Step 7: Pour batter into prepared pan; spreading evenly.
How to Make
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Step 8: Bake for 30 minutes. Cool in pan on ware rack.
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Step 9: If desired top with espresso powder and powdered sugar.
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Step 10: Using the edges of the foil, lift the uncut brownies out of pan and then cut into bars.