Sourdough Brownies

Ingredients

• 1 cup sourdough starter (100% hydration, discard or active)
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (for moisture)
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with coconut oil.
2. 2
   Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, coconut flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.
3. 3
   Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup (or honey), unsweetened applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. 4
   Incorporate the Sourdough Starter: Add the sourdough starter to the wet ingredients and mix until it's smooth and fully incorporated.
5. 5
   Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, ensuring no lumps remain. The batter will be thick.
6. 6
   Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
7. 7
   Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
8. 8
   Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cooled, slice into squares and enjoy!