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Title: Chocolate Brownies

1 1/2 C granulated sugar
3/4 C unsweetened applesauce
2 T water
2 t ground flaxseed
1/2 C water
2 t vanilla extract
1 1/3 C all purpose flour
3/4 C unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 t baking powder
1/4 t salt
1 C chocolate chips
1 C pecans or walnuts, coarsely chopped

Preheat oven to 350°F. With canola oil, grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.

In medium-size bowl, stir together the sugar, applesauce, and 2 tablespoons water.

In a small bowl or food processor, combine the ground flaxseed with the 1/2 cup water. Add this to the applesauce mixture along with the vanilla and stir to combine.

In a separate small bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt, chocolate chips, and nuts. Add to the applesauce mixture, and stir just to combine.

Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 40 minutes. The finished product should be moist. Bake longer if you like more cake-like brownies. Remove from the oven and let cool before cutting.

From Joy of Vegan Baking
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