Zero-Waste Brownies Nut Pulp (Print version)

Fudgy brownies use nut-milk pulp and dark chocolate for a creative, sustainable dessert with minimal food waste.

# 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, squeezed dry (such as almond or cashew)
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)

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined.
03 - In a large bowl, blend nut-milk pulp, sugar, melted coconut oil or butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Stir in chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using.
06 - Transfer batter to the prepared pan and smooth the surface evenly.
07 - Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Minimizes food waste by using nut-milk pulp
  • Rich chocolate flavor with simple ingredients
02 -
  • You can use almond, cashew, or hazelnut pulp for this recipe
  • Be sure the nut-milk pulp is squeezed as dry as possible for best texture
03 -
  • Add 1/2 tsp espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor
  • For vegan brownies, use flax eggs instead of regular eggs
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