Grain-free Brownies

These rich, nourishing brownies are an ideal treat for both the luteal and menstrual phases, thanks to their hormone-supportive ingredients. During the luteal phase, your body craves more calories, magnesium, and healthy fats, all of which are delivered here through the grass-fed butter, eggs, and unsweetened chocolate. Coconut sugar offers a gentler impact on blood sugar compared to refined sugars, which helps support mood and energy stability as progesterone peaks and then drops. The almond and coconut flours are nutrient-dense, offering fiber and healthy fats that help balance blood sugar and support digestion, which can slow during this phase. During menstruation, the body needs iron, magnesium, and rest-supportive nutrients—chocolate is naturally rich in magnesium, which helps ease cramps and tension. If included, pearl powder adds trace minerals like calcium and amino acids, which are grounding and restorative during your cycle's most depleting phase. These brownies are satisfying, stabilizing, and deeply comforting—just what your body craves when hormones are shifting.

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INGREDIENTS

• 4 oz unsweetened chocolate 

• 1 Cup grass-fed butter or vegan butter

• 3/4 cup coconut sugar 

• 4 Eggs 

• 1 tbs vanilla 

• 1/2 cup almond flour

• 1/4 cup Arrowroot flour or tapioca starch 

• 1/4 cup coconut flour

• 1 tsp of pearl powder (optional)

INSTRCTIONS

1) In a small saucepan, melt together chocolate and butter.

2) Once melted, remove from heat, add coconut sugar, beat in 1 egg at a time, and then add the vanilla.

3) Mix in the flours (and pearl powder if using).

4) Prepare an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper, pour it into the prepared pan, and even out with the batter a spoon or spatula. 

5) Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes.

6) Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

RECIPE NOTES 

• These brownies are best when slightly undercooked. Do your best to not overbake them. 

• Top these brownies with your favorite nut butter and some organic raspberries for uterine health as you head into your menstrual phase.