The Bomb Brownies

From Kristi's Kitchen

Ingredients:

1/4 c. grapeseed oil

3/4 c. + 2 tbsp. coconut palm crystals

1 tbsp. date sugar

1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

1 c. soft whole wheat pastry flour

1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. sea salt

1 c. grated zucchini, processed in food processor

1/4 c. chopped walnuts

1/4 c. almond milk (optional - depending on the moisture level in your zucchini - use enough to accomplish batter consistency)

Directions:

-Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees

-Lightly oil a 8x8 baking dish

-Mix together wet ingredients and dry ingredients separately

-Fold in walnuts

-Spread the mixture evenly into the baking dish

-Bake for 22-25 minutes until the brownies are slightly springy to the touch

Remove from the oven and cool completely before icing

Enjoy!

Fluffy Chocolate Frosting:

Ingredients:

3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tbsp. organic unsalted butter, melted

3/4 c. +2 tbsp. coconut palm crystals

1/4 c. date sugar

1/4 c. raw whole fat milk OR almond milk

1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Directions:

-Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl

-Using a hand mixer, beat the ingredients until well combined, thick and fluffy

-Spread over cooled brownies and cut into squares