1/2cupfatghee, coconut oil, palm shortening, or any combination
1cupgranulated sugar of choice
3/4cupcocoa powderunsweetened
1tablespoonvanilla extract
1/2teaspoonsea salt
1/2cupflour of choiceI used equal amounts of teff and tapioca. Paleo options: 5 tablespoons coconut flour or 1/2 cup + 1-2 tablespoons almond flour.
3eggs or 2 teaspoons gelatin whisked into 1/2 cup applesauce
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line an 8 x 8 inch pan with a parchment paper.
In a small saucepan over low heat (or in a microwave), melt the fat, sugar, and cocoa powder together, stirring vigorously until a glossy, gritty mixture is formed. Mixture should be warm, but not scalding hot.
Stir in the vanilla and sea salt.
Stir in the flour.
Now stir in the eggs, or the egg alternative.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool completely, in the fridge if you like, before attempting to cut. The magic happens in the cooling, I promise!
Notes
Use a great tasting cocoa powder. It is a key ingredient; I love Dagoba