Almond Flour Matcha Brownies (Gluten free, Dairy free, Paleo)
These almond flour matcha brownies are delicious green tea and chocolate infused blondies that are naturally Gluten free, Dairy free and Paleo. They come together in less than 30 minutes!
I’ve been very into matcha these days. I love a good almond milk matcha latte. And I love matcha blondies. These gluten free matcha brownies are my all time favorite matcha baked good. They have the texture of a brownie/cookie hybrid, the perfect amount of green tea and chocolate flavor, and a hint of sweetness that just hits the spot.
Plus they are refined sugar-free, refined flour free, and have the most beautiful green color.
Table of Contents
- Why this recipe works
- Recipe Ingredients
- Additions/ Substitutions
- Step by step instructions
- Expert Tips
- Recipe FAQs
- Other healthy brownies or bars you’ll love
Why this recipe works
- It’s a fun way to incorporate matcha green tea powder into your life.
- The green tea flavor isn’t overpowering, it is just right.
- It is allergy friendly. It’s great for those that have allergies to gluten or dairy.
- It works for those following a Paleo, gluten free, or dairy free diet.
- They are made with simple healthy ingredients.
- They come together in less than 30 minutes.
Recipe Ingredients
- almond flour– blanched almond flour is best for baking because it is more refined in texture.
- coconut flour– this helps absorb some of the liquid in the recipe.
- matcha powder– any good quality culinary grade or ceremonial grade matcha powder works well here. I like Jade Life matcha powder.
- baking soda– this helps the brownies rise.
- cinnamon– Ceylon cinnamon has great flavor.
- egg– this helps bind the batter together.
- vanilla– any kind with or without alcohol works.
- maple syrup– make sure to use pure maple syrup, with nothing else in the ingredient list.
- olive oil– a good quality extra virgin olive oil works best.
- apple sauce– this helps sweeten the dish and replaces some of the fat content.
- almond milk– any unsweetened unflavored almond milk works well.
- raisins– these add a nice sweetness to the recipe.
- dairy-free chocolate chips– any non-dairy brand of choice. I like Enjoy life chocolate chips or HU chocolate chips.
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Additions/ Substitutions
- Instead of olive oil, you can use avocado oil or coconut oil.
- Instead of almond milk, you can use any non-dairy milk of choice.
- Instead of raisins, you can add more chocolate chips. (But don’t knock the raisins until you try it)
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Mix the almond flour, coconut flour, matcha powder, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
Step 2: In another bowl, whisk the egg, vanilla, maple syrup, olive oil, apple sauce, and almond milk.
Step 3: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix.
Step 4: Fold in the chocolate chips and raisins.
Then pour the batter into the pan and bake!
Expert Tips
- Use a good quality matcha powder to ensure the brownies turn bright green. If your matcha powder is dull, don’t use it in baking. The color will disappear or will look really muddy and blah. Make sure you use ceremonial grade or culinary match green tea powder. I like Jade Life matcha powder.
- Check on your brownies around the 20 minute mark. You don’t want to overcook them because they keep cooking in the pan once you take them out.
- If you want them gooey, cook them less. If you want them more cakey, cook them more.
Recipe FAQs
Keep them covered on the counter for about 3 days.
I depends on the size of them. I like to cut mine large and therefore they have about 250 calories in them.
It does! They both can be bitter but become sweet and flavorful with added sweetener. It is a nice treat when they come together.
Other healthy brownies or bars you’ll love
Did you try this recipe? Please leave me a β review below!
Almond Flour Matcha Brownies ( Gluten free, Dairy free, Paleo)
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cup almond flour
- 2 Tablespoons coconut flour (I like Nutiva Organic Coconut Flour)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons matcha powder , culinary grade or ceremonial grade
- Β½ teaspoon salt
- Β½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- ΒΌ cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup apple sauce
- 2 Tablespoons almond milk
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup dairy free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, matcha powder, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon with a fork until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg, vanilla, maple syrup, olive oil, apple sauce, and almond milk together until well blended and the mixture thickens.
- Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until everything is blended. Fold in the chocolate chips and raisins.
- Line an 8 x 8 inch pan with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan.
- Bake for 22-26 minutes, or until the edges are firm.
- Optional- drizzle with melted chocolate.
Notes
- Instead of olive oil, you can use avocado oil or coconut oil.
- Instead of almond milk, you can use any non-dairy milk of choice.
- Instead of raisins, you can add more chocolate chips. (But don’t knock the raisins until you try it)
Nutrition
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29 Comments on “Almond Flour Matcha Brownies (Gluten free, Dairy free, Paleo)”
could i replace the applesauce with smth else?
Do you have any other purees? You could replace it with any other fruit puree.
I am absolutely intrigued with this recipe! It sounds so amazing and I would have never thought to put these ingredients together in a recipe! Printing this one off for later!
Thanks Amanda!! It’s one of my favorites π
I’ve never made anything with matcha before. Clearly, it’s time for me to jump onboard because these look AMAZINGLY delicious! That color! That chocolate! Those raisins! Swoon!
Yes it is!! It is time to get on the matcha train π
What a fascinating flavor combination! I confess, I tend to think of matcha and chocolate as either/or flavors (just because I usually eat them in recipes from different foodways) but I bet they’re an amazing both/and!
They do taste great together in dessert form, you should try it!
Matcha *and* raisins? Be still my heart! I will definitely be giving this recipe a try. Thanks for sharing.
So happy to hear that, let me know how it goes!
I’ve never cooked with matcha powder before, but I love the color of these brownies. I also had no idea that matcha has so many antioxidants! That is good to know
An extra bonus for using it!!
These blondies sounds so delish. I love that you use almond flour. I’m a big fan of Matcha.. so this sounds truly iincredible
Thank you!!!
Mmmm! Matcha brownies! What a great idea. I love matcha. I never thought to make brownies with it. Yum!
Wow, matcha blondies! I love the color palette π I have to try this; I bet it’s delicious.
Let me know if you do!! These are one of my favoooorites!
I’ve never tried matcha before but now I’m intrigued. These look delicious – love all the flavors in here. P. S. Green is my favorite color as well!
???? You need to try matcha, it’s a game changer!
this looks great. I am an avid baker and use almond flour in most recipes. This sounds so refreshing and a lovely combo.thanks for sharing
You are welcome! π
I love the almond flour and coconut flour in these. I can’t wait to try these. I am pinning for later. Thanks for sharing.
Almond flour and coconut flour have been my go-to baking flours, they work so well together!
Wow these are absolutely gorgeous! And sound delicious. I love the addition of raisins in them too. I will definitely give these a try.
Thank you!! Let me know if you try them π
They look great! I have the gluten free flours and the other ingredients in your recipe, so I can make them! Nice pictures, too!
Thank you π Let me know if you try them!
Great article. These brownies look delicious!
Thank you! π π