⅔cupmelted coconut oilsubstitute with melted butter if desired
1 ½cupsbrown sugarsubstitute with coconut sugar if desired
2large eggssubstitute with flax eggs if desired, see note
2cupswhite whole wheat floursubstitute with flour of choice
½cupcocoa powder
¼teaspoonsalt
1cuppitted and chopped cherries
1cuphulled and chopped strawberries
⅔cupchocolate chunks or cacao nibsoptional
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350º F and line an 8x8” square pan with parchment paper.
Combine melted coconut oil, brown sugar, and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Gradually mix in flour, cocoa powder, and salt (you may find it easier to use a mixer or your hands to fully mix). Fold in cherries, strawberries, and chocolate chunks/cacao nibs(if using) and then spread the batter into the pan, using your hands or a spatula to spread evenly and flatten the top. Place the pan on the center rack of your oven and bake 30-35 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting into bite-sized pieces. Enjoy within the next week or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three months.
Notes
To make a flax egg, whisk together 1 tablespoon ground flax and 3 tablespoons water and allow to set for at least 5 minutes or until the consistency of a beaten egg is reached.