The Best Low-Carb Brownie Recipe You've Ever Tasted

When you're seriously craving chocolate, but you're trying to eat healthier, what is there to do? Well, we have a pretty sweet answer for you. Give this scrumptious low-carb brownie recipe a go. You will fall in love with the rich chocolate brownie base along with the add-ins, such as semi-sweet chocolate chips or even chopped nuts. Other extras that could work well with this low-carb brownie recipe include shredded coconut or cacao nibs.

Brownies are typically high in carbs, but this recipe helps cut back on your carb consumption with every single delicious bite. The use of almond flour plays a role with the carb level and the cocoa powder makes this homemade recipe by Melissa Olivieri of The Olive Blogger absolutely decadent. These treats are so good, you'll have to hold yourself back from gobbling up the entire pan!

"I love a quick and easy dessert for when we have unexpected guests, and these brownies are perfect! Even if you get them to the baking point and then pop 'em in when they arrive, then you will have deliciously warm brownies to serve up," says Olivieri.

Saunter into the kitchen with nothing but chocolatey, gooey, low-carb brownies on the brain, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, grab an 8x8-inch baking pan and use a bit of stick butter or margarine to grease it thoroughly. Don't leave any space un-greased, or your brownies will stick. 

Take out a medium-sized bowl, and whisk together 1 cup of almond flour, ⅓ cup of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ⅔ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Make sure the combination is well combined, then set off to the side.

Use the spatula or take out a wooden spoon to blend in ⅓ cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, which are totally optional, but highly recommended if you love chocolate. "The chocolate chips really help to make them a more decadent treat. Plus, I love the texture it adds. I would also love to do these brownies with some chopped walnuts — just for some additional crunch," says Olivieri. Other potential add-ins could include swirling in melted cream cheese or sprinkling in chopped peanuts.

Olivieri explains that almond flour is the perfect lower carb option for these brownies. "Almond flour is really no different than regular all-purpose flour. It is a little coarser and 'wet' feeling, but other than that, it is an easy-to-use substitution for those [who are] looking for a low-carb dessert option," she says.

When choosing olive oil for a recipe like these low-carb brownies, make sure it's high quality. "I always use a really good quality olive oil when I am baking. It is just my personal preference. You can easily use a vegetable or canola oil as well if that's what [you have] on hand," she says.