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November 30, 2016

Quinoa Brownies ~ Gluten Free Brownies

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Over the past few Christmases I have posted a large variety of recipes, ranging from traditional Mangalorean to contemporary, sweets, savories et al. I totally love this season and I am thrilled that we are inching towards Christmas. However, as much as I love to indulge and let people around me eat out of my hands (literally!) I receive a lot of mails asking me for healthier recipes. When I come to think of it, while the healthier lot enjoys all kinds of sinful stuff what do those with dietary restrictions do? I personally know many people who have a various reasons why they want to keep it simple during the festive season and so this Advent season and the run up to Christmas I am going to try and post as many recipes that can be easily tried and enjoyed by people with special dietary needs. I do hope you enjoy these recipes.

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Let’s begin with these gluten free brownies. A lot of my friends and family battle with food intolerances, gluten being the most common ingredient that they avoid. Keeping that in mind I present to you these delectable quinoa brownies. Quinoa (pronounced as ‘keen-wa’) is a grain crop that is cultivated for its edible seeds and is one of the most popular alternatives to wheat. Owing to its various nutritive benefits it has, over the years, been elevated to the status of being a ‘superfood’. Quinoa was considered as sacred by the Inca empire and perhaps today is one of the most sought after pseudo grains (although it is technically not a grain it is cooked and eaten like one). It is GMO-free, gluten-free, high in fibre and protein and is mostly organically grown.
 
I had picked up a bag each of whole quinoa and the flour and I’ve been experimenting with them ever since. You will be able to find it in most supermarkets and health stores but is slightly expensive.
 
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Quinoa Brownies  ~ Gluten Free Brownies

Delicious gluten free brownies are now possible with the use of the power grain – quinoa. These are gooey and decadent, perfect for snacking or as a dessert!
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Course: Baking
Cuisine: International
Keyword: Brownies, Gluten Free, Quinoa
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Author: Shireen Sequeira

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup quinoa flour
  • 1/2 cup 115 grams unsalted butter
  • 50 grams dark chocolate
  • 2 large small eggs
  • 1/2 cup 100 grams soft brown or caster sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup choco chips optional
  • 1 teaspoon coffee extract optional * see notes

Instructions

  • Line an 8×8″ square baking tin with baking parchment. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.
  • In a heatproof bowl add the butter and the chocolate squares and melt them (using the double boiler technique or a microwave using 20 second intervals)
  • In another bowl beat the eggs and sugar  well and add the melted chocolate mixture. Add in the vanilla extract, coffee extract (if using), salt , flour and cocoa powder. Mix well
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for about 25-27 minutes or till the top springs up lightly when touched. Remove and let the pan cool for about 10 mins
  • Gently turn out the brownie onto a wire rack and cool completely before cutting it into 16 equal pieces. Serve with chocolate or coffee ice cream.

Notes

If you don’t have coffee extract you may use 1 tablespoon of (freshly brewed and cooled) strong coffee

Disclaimer

The nutritional values are only indicative.

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  1. archana says

    November 30, 2016 at 2:01 pm

    Sounds very interesting..will sure make this as i have quinoa..n love it..thanks a ton for sharing

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  2. maria . K says

    December 18, 2016 at 7:53 am

    hi shireen – one question!
    can I powder grain and get flour or do I have
    to get it as flour itself … pl help

    Reply
  3. Shireen says

    January 3, 2017 at 6:34 am

    @ Maria: You can powder the grain. Sift it and re grind till you get a fine texture

    Reply
  4. Rajni Aiyer says

    February 18, 2017 at 8:51 am

    Finally tried the recipe, tasted great ! Colour was a little light for a brownie. Thx for the recipe.

    Reply
  5. Vanshika Puri says

    February 21, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Hi what if I don't want to use the butter ? Any other healthy options ?

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  6. Shireen says

    February 21, 2017 at 2:03 pm

    @ Vanshika Puri: I have not tried making it without butter. You may use oil as a substitute but I cannot guarantee you that it's the healthier option. You will have to eyeball the quantities. Good luck!

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