One Bowl Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup granulated erythritol (or your preferred keto sweetener)
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder (optional, for a little lift)
• 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (optional, for extra fudginess)

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
2. Melt Butter & Mix Cocoa:
   In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth.
3. Add Sweetener & Eggs:
   Stir in the erythritol until well combined. Then, add the eggs one at a time, whisking after each. Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. Fold in Dry Ingredients:
   Add the almond flour, salt, and baking powder (if using). Stir until the batter is smooth and well mixed. If you’re adding chocolate chips, fold them in now.
5. Bake:
   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
6. Cool & Serve:
   Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy the fudgy goodness!

Pro Tip:
For an even richer flavor, sprinkle a little sea salt on top after baking!