Keto Raspberry & Brownie Hearts combine two ingredients that seem perfect for each other: a rich chocolate foundation and a vivid berry topping. This dish looks amazing, gives a delicious taste, and works perfectly within a low-carb diet. The brownies are tender and creamy, with enough cocoa flavor to fulfill a chocolate craving without being overly sweet. These raspberry and brownie hearts are ideal for quick meal prep. The raspberry layer provides a crisp contrast with its natural tartness and fresh flavor, keeping the dessert from seeming heavy. We use some ingredients such as chia seeds, butter, almond flour, chocolate chips (unsweetened), eggs, raspberries, and erythritol. Shaping the brownies into hearts.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Course: Dessert
- Diet: Low Carb, Gluten-Free, Keto
- No. of Calories: 210 kcal
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Cook time: 18 minutes
- Single portion size: 1 brownie heart
- Cooking mode: Oven
- Total servings: 8
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 33 minutes
TOOLS:
- Baking pan
- Electric mixer or hand whisk
- Saucepan (small)
- Spatula
- Measuring spoons or cups
- Parchment paper
- Bowls
- Cookie-cutter (heart-shaped)
INGREDIENTS:
FOR THE RASPBERRY LAYER:
- 2 tbsp of powdered erythritol
- 1/2 tsp of chia seeds
- 1 cup of fresh or frozen raspberries
- Lemon juice, 1/2 tsp.
FOR THE BROWNIE HEART:
- 2 big eggs
- 1/4 tsp of salt
- 1 cup of almond flour
- 1/2 tsp of baking powder
- 1/4 cup of chocolate chips, unsweetened
- Powdered erythritol, 1/2 cup
- One-fourth cup of melted butter
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder, unsweetened, 1/4 cup
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTION:
RASPBERRIES:
- We use raspberries’ natural acidity to regulate the chocolate. Strawberries and blackberries also perform well and are low in carbs.
ERYTHRITOL:
- It helps to maintain sweetness in low-carb diets. To have a smoother texture, use monk fruit sweetener or allulose. Allulose makes brownies more tender and less dry.
EGGS:
- It creates structure and keeps the brownie together. Flax eggs are not recommended since they make the texture dense rather than fudgy.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- It provides brownies with a smooth texture and a slight nut flavor. Coconut flour is not suggested since it dries out the dough and alters its texture.
BUTTER:
- We use butter to give depth. Coconut oil works as a non-dairy alternative; however, the flavor varies significantly.
CHIA SEEDS:
- We use these seeds to improve the thickness of the raspberry layer without using flour or starches. You can also use xanthan gum, but just a pinch is required.
CHOCOLATE CHIPS (UNSWEETENED):
- They improve the chocolate flavor. We can replace chocolate chips (unsweetened) with chopped dark chocolate containing eighty-five percent or more.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit(175°C).
- Cover a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk together erythritol, almond flour, salt, baking powder, and cocoa powder in a mixing dish.
- In the other bowl, stir vanilla, eggs, and melted butter.
- Blend both the dry and wet components till completely combined.
- If using, add chocolate chips.
- Put the batter into the buttered pan and distribute it equally.
- Insert it in the oven to bake for fifteen to eighteen minutes.
- Leave it to cool completely.
- When the brownies are chilling, make the raspberry layer.
- Heat the lemon juice, raspberries, and erythritol in a saucepan.
- Smash carefully as they become tender.
- Chill the raspberry mix.
- Cut shapes out of the cooled brownies with a heart cookie cutter.
- Before serving, pour the raspberry sauce on all the brownie hearts.
TIPS:
- To improve the chocolate flavor, add espresso powder.
- Allow the raspberry layer to cool completely, or the brownies may become too soft.
- Sprinkle with powdered erythritol for a sweet touch.
- To avoid shattering brownies, use parchment paper to pull them from the pan.
- Before cutting, cool the brownies to get smoother edges.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
WITH SIDES:
- Almond Biscotti
- Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
- Coconut Whipped Cream
AS A DESSERT PAIRING:
- Berry Mousse Cups
- Mini Cheesecake Bites
- Peanut Butter Truffles
WITH DRINKS:
- Vanilla Cold Brew
- Raspberry Lemon Cooler
- Hot Chocolate Cream Cup
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep in a closed vessel for four to five days. For a good texture, place the raspberry toppings individually till serving.
FREEZING:
- Store the brownie hearts(without toppings) for 50-60 days. Defrost it in the refrigerator for the whole night to remove the ice, then garnish with raspberries before serving.
FAQs:
Why do my brownies crumble?
- They might be baked for a long time. Put them away when the middle is still somewhat soft.
Could I use chilled raspberries?
- Yes, you can simply cook for one or two minutes more to reduce the extra moisture.
May I omit the raspberry topping?
- You can use the brownies, which are delicious by nature, but you can also add unsweetened chocolate ganache.
How can we prepare a non-dairy version?
- You can use coconut oil instead of butter and dairy-free chocolate chips to make it non-dairy.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Sodium: 70 mg
No. of calories: 210 kcal
Proteins: 6 g
Fiber: 3 g
Net carbs: 4 g
Fats: 17 g
Sugar: 2 g
One single portion: 1 heart
Total carbs: 7 g