Fudgy Kabocha Squash Brownies for Postpartum Nourishment

Hello, momma. 🤎

These Fudgy Kabocha Squash Brownies are a cozy little twist on a classic chocolate treat. Made with roasted kabocha squash purée, almond flour, cocoa powder, and plenty of chocolate chips, they’re soft, slightly cake-like, and wonderfully fudgy. The kabocha squash adds a lovely moisture and subtle sweetness, making these such a delicious seasonal treat.

Why I Love These for Postpartum:

As a postpartum doula, I always encourage families to prepare more than just their main meals. Having homemade snacks and little sweet treats ready to enjoy can make those early weeks feel a little easier. I love these brownies because they bring together ingredients like almond flour, which provides healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E, and cacao, which contains naturally occurring antioxidants and minerals like magnesium. And most importantly, they’re absolutely delicious. Because postpartum nourishment should include a little chocolate, too!

Fudgy Kabocha Squash Brownies

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Bake Time: 35–40 minutes

Oven Temperature: 350°F

Pan Size: 8 × 8 inches

Ingredients

½ cup roasted kabocha squash purée

½ cup brown sugar

2 eggs

¼ cup avocado oil

1 teaspoon vanilla bean extract

½ cup almond flour

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

¼ teaspoon salt

6 ounces chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8 × 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Melt the chocolate chips until smooth and set aside.

3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the kabocha squash purée, brown sugar, eggs, avocado oil, and vanilla bean extract.

4. Add the almond flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until combined.

5. Fold in the melted chocolate until evenly incorporated.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

7. Bake for 35–40 minutes.

8. Allow to cool before slicing. Enjoy!

Storage:

Store cooled brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also freeze individual portions for an easy homemade treat whenever you’re craving something chocolatey.

A Little Something Sweet:

I love having homemade treats ready to enjoy, especially during the busy days of the fourth trimester. Make a batch for yourself, share them with someone you love, or add them to your postpartum snack preparation. Because a little chocolate absolutely belongs in postpartum nourishment. 🤎