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My company, Rachel's Basic Bites, is a small startup in the Kent county area of Rhode Island. I provide handcrafted granola bars, made with high quality organic ingredients.

Chocolate Quinoa Brownies

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I am sharing with you a brownie treat that is super simple to create in your own kitchen just by utilizing your crock pot. This chocolate brownie is delightfully delicious, light and airy, and nutrient dense.  A hit with the whole family! You may have some of these ingredients on hand already in your pantry.  The main ingredient utilized is quinoa. This super food grain is naturally gluten free and contains so many vitamins and minerals. And it’s the only plant food that’s considered a complete protein. There are so many numerous health benefits with this amazing super food ingredient and so very versatile in cooking and baking. So, I hope you experience this lovely grain and enjoy creating this yummy dessert.

 

 

Yields: 16

 

INGREDIENTS:

3 cups quinoa, cooked

2 eggs, pasture raised

1/4 cup maple syrup, pure

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup chocolate chips

1/3 cup cocoa powder

1/3 cup flax seed meal, ground

1/2 cup applesauce

 

GANACHE GLAZE:

1/4 light cream

1/4 cup chocolate chips

1/2 tsp vanilla

 

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a food processor, or hand mixer, combine all ingredients until blended well.

Next, line the slow cooker with parchment paper.

Spread the batter into the crock pot evenly.

Allow to cook and cover on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours.

When ready, lift the brownie batter out of the slow cooker and place on a flat surface, or wire rack. Let cool before slicing.

You may make the Ganache at this time.

When cooled, top the brownies with the glaze. And voila! A yummy dessert for all to enjoy.

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