Zero-Waste Brownies Nut Pulp (Printable)

Enjoy rich, chocolate brownies made with repurposed nut-milk pulp to minimize waste and maximize taste.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

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

→ Wet Ingredients

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

→ Add-Ins

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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
03 - In a large bowl, combine nut-milk pulp, sugar, melted coconut oil or butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
04 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Gently stir in chocolate chips and chopped nuts, if using.
06 - Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth surface evenly.
07 - Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
08 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Reduces food waste by using nut-milk pulp
  • Intensely chocolatey and adaptable for dietary needs
02 -
  • Nut-milk pulp must be squeezed as dry as possible for best texture
  • These brownies freeze well for up to two months
03 -
  • For vegan brownies, substitute eggs with flax eggs & check chocolate chips
  • Add espresso powder for enhanced chocolate taste
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