Hippie Big Sur Brownies

Get ready to transport your taste buds to California’s rugged coast with these Hippie Big Sur Brownies, a wholesome twist on a classic treat. These fudgy, guilt-free brownies are packed with clean, plant-based ingredients like almond butter, maple syrup, and rolled oats, making them a perfect dessert or snack for health-conscious bakers and chocolate lovers alike. Infused with rich cocoa powder and studded with dark chocolate chips, these brownies offer deep chocolate flavor with delightful textures added by optional chopped walnuts and shredded coconut. Quick and easy to prepare, this one-bowl recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you're looking for a vegan-friendly treat or simply craving a nostalgic yet nutrient-packed dessert, these earthy, Big Sur-inspired brownies are sure to deliver.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Almond butter
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Walnuts (optional, chopped)
• 0.25 cup Shredded coconut (optional, unsweetened)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with coconut oil.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the almond butter and coconut oil together, stirring until smooth.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the maple syrup and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the dark chocolate chips, walnuts (if using), and shredded coconut (if using). The batter will be thick.

Step 6

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish using a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy your earthy, Big Sur-inspired brownies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	766 grams (766.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4267

Total Fat 310.70g	398%
Saturated Fat 118.30g	592%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1075mg	47%
Total Carbohydrate 298.30g	108%
Dietary Fiber 54.50g	195%
Total Sugars 176.80g
Protein 90.80g	182%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 871mg	67%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 3302mg	70%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.2%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 27.4%