Blondie bites (grain free)
Grain-Free Blondie Bites with Chocolate Ganache
Introducing these irresistibly soft and chewy Blondie Bites, filled with a rich chocolate ganache. Made with wholesome ingredients like cashew butter and almond flour, these treats are perfect for anyone looking to indulge their sweet tooth while sticking to a gluten-free or grain-free diet. Plus, the luxurious chocolate ganache, made with coconut cream, adds a layer of decadence that makes each bite simply heavenly.
Why You’ll Love These Blondie Bites
1. Grain-Free Goodness: Perfect for those who follow a gluten-free or grain-free lifestyle.
2. Simple Ingredients: Made with pantry staples that pack in flavor without added complexity.
3. Decadent Chocolate Ganache: Who can resist a chocolate topping, especially one that’s dairy-free and silky smooth?
Ingredient Highlights
Cashew Butter: This forms the creamy base of the blondie bites, providing a rich, buttery flavor without any dairy. It’s also a good source of healthy fats and protein, making these treats more satisfying.
• Almond Flour: A gluten-free favorite, almond flour gives the blondies a moist texture and adds a subtle nutty flavor. It’s also packed with protein, making these bites both delicious and nutritious.
• Coconut Sugar: A natural alternative to refined sugars, coconut sugar adds a caramel-like sweetness to the blondies. It has a lower glycemic index than regular sugar, which can help prevent blood sugar spikes.
• Refined Coconut Oil: Chosen for its neutral flavor, refined coconut oil provides moisture and helps bind the ingredients together without adding any coconut taste, keeping the focus on the cashew and chocolate flavors.
• Vanilla Extract: Adds a warm, complex flavor that enhances the sweetness of the other ingredients, rounding out the overall taste of the blondies.
• Baking Powder: Helps the blondie bites rise slightly, giving them a light and tender texture.
• Salt: Just a pinch to balance the sweetness and enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.
• Coconut Cream: The base for the chocolate ganache filling, coconut cream adds a velvety texture and rich taste without dairy, making the ganache lusciously smooth.
• Dairy-Free Dark Chocolate Chips: These are key to creating a rich, indulgent ganache that’s completely vegan. The dark chocolate offers a deep, intense chocolate flavor that perfectly complements the lighter taste of the blondie base.
Blondie Bites (grain and dairy free)
Ingredients
Blondie Base:
- 1/4 cup cashew butter
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 C Tapioca starch
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup refined coconut oil, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Chocolate Ganache Filling:
- 1/3 cup coconut cream or coconut milk , (canned)
- 1 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp flaked sea salt , (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a mini muffin pan or line it with mini cupcake liners.
Mix the Blondie Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cashew butter, melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Beat in the egg until the mixture is well combined.
- Gently fold in the almond flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, being careful not to overmix.
Bake the Bites:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each well about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- While the blondies bake: In a small saucepan, heat the coconut cream or coconut milk over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the dark chocolate chips. Let sit for a couple of minutes, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Fill the Blondie bites
- Allow the bites to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Use the back of a spoon to form a well in each bite. Fill each with ganache. Sprinkle salt on top .
Chill and serve
- Place the filled blondie bites in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the ganache to set. Serve chilled for a delicious, rich treat.
