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10+ Actually Healthy Chocolate Desserts (Gluten-Free & Refined Sugar Free)

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Decedent, sweet, rich, and…healthy?! That's right, chocolate recipes can be all those things! Read on for TEN of my favorite delicious and yes, nutritious recipes that are made with chocolate and are chock-full (or should I say choco-full?) of healthy, superfood ingredients. All recipes are gluten-free and refined sugar-free. 

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Raise your hand if chocolate is your love language.  If I wasn't typing, both my hands would be in the air waving fervently. 👋👋

My chocolate recipes are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings, with the added bonus of health-promoting ingredients from antioxidants to adaptogenic herbs and beyond!

I guarantee you will love these recipes a choco-lot (last pun I promise!). Let's go!

Earl Grey Adaptogen Hot Chocolate
Kicking it off with a yummy rich and creamy hot chocolate recipe that has quickly become the ONLY hot chocolate recipe that we make in my house. It's that level of good.
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Earl Grey Adaptogen Hot Chocolate
Grain Free Espresso Tahini Brownies
I am a little nervous to tell you this, but I think you can stop looking for brownie recipes because this is the only brownie recipe you will need for the rest of your life. K. Bye. 
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Grain Free Tahini Espresso Brownies-6
Chocolate Beet Souffle – Paleo Friendly, Gluten Free
You read that correctly, this is a chocolate beet souffle and you won't believe how crazy town good it is. Beets and chocolate go surprisingly well together and for an added bonus beets are heart-healthy and red, PERFECT for Valentine's Day! 
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Chocolate Beet Souffle is a paleo friendly, gluten free totally decadent dessert. One blender required, that’s it! Yum and Easy and Yum! | abraskitchen.com
Dark Chocolate Earl Grey Truffles
A tea-infused twist on the classic tasty chocolate truffles, that makes this sweet treat a truly unforgettable experience.
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Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Not a euphemism, legitimately the best. Just read the 100's of comments. 
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Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Avocado Chocolate Pudding
I've been making this recipe forever! If you love chocolate pudding, then grab 4 simple ingredients and whip up a batch of this rich and creamy chocolate avocado pudding.
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Rich and creamy chocolate avocado pudding, 4 simple wholesome ingredients and 2 minutes to make! You won't believe how easy and decadent this healthy recipe is, kid-friendly and adult approved.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Lava Cake – Gluten Free
What's that you say? Chocolate and peanut butter is your favorite thing in the whole wide world? Yeah… we are going to get along just fine. This recipe is HELLA easy, and can be made in small batches (Lava Cake for one on table 27!).
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cakes in ramekins
Salted Chocolate Tahini Date Truffles
Salted chocolate tahini date truffles are little bites of chocolatey heaven. Only five simple wholesome ingredients. The perfect healthy treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Salted Date Tahini Truffles
Vegan Layered Peanut Butter Pie with Banana and Chocolate
Creamy whipped peanut butter mousse piled high on top of sliced bananas and decadent chocolate avocado mousse, all nestled inside a graham cracker crust. The best vegan chocolate peanut butter pie ever! I mean COME ON! This is dessert heaven right here. 
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Creamy whipped peanut butter mousse piled high on top of sliced bananas and decadent chocolate avocado mousse, all nestled inside a graham cracker crust. The best peanut butter pie ever!
Flourless Tahini Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Gooey rich and decadent tahini chocolate chip cookie made in a skillet. A giant cookie that is sure to bring a smile to your face, I mean it's a GIANT COOKIE! Real food, gluten-free, no flour, and no refined sugar.
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Gooey rich and decadent tahini chocolate chip cookie made in a skillet. A giant cookie that is sure to bring a smile to your face! Real food, gluten-free, no flour, or refined sugar.

I hope you love all of these healthy chocolate dessert recipes! If you make any of these recipes snap a photo and tag me on Instagram @abrapappa or use the hashtag #abraskitchen so I can feature your photo! 

Created by Abra Pappa, MS, CNS, LDN

Abra Pappa, MS, CNS, LDN holds a master's degree in functional medicine and clinical nutrition from the University of Western States. Abra practices functional nutrition in New York City with a clinical focus on eating disorders, digestive imbalances and women’s health. Abra is the publisher of the popular food blog, Abra’s Kitchen, a celebration of wholesome food, and has appeared in dozens of publications as a recipe developer, and wellness authority. Abra speaks and teaches on the topics of functional nutrition and mindful eating throughout the country.

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