Coconut Oil Brownies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa power
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup all purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes
• 1/2 cup mini dark chocolate chips (or your favorite)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line an 8x8" square pan with foil leaving a bit of an overhang on two sides and spray with cooking spray.

2. 2

   Melt the coconut oil in a small pan or microwave, and set aside to cool slightly.

3. 3

   Add the sugar, cocoa powder and salt to the coconut oil and whisk until well combined and no lumps remain.

4. 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then whisk in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Stir in the flour just until incorporated, about 30 strokes, then gently fold in about 1/3 cup each of the coconut flakes and chocolate chips, reserving the remaining for the top of the brownies.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly, then top with the remaining coconut flakes and chocolate chips. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center has moist crumbs. Cool completely, then lift the brownies out of the pan using the foil overhang and place on a cutting board. Remove the foil , cut into bars and enjoy!