Dark Chocolate Lavender Brownies

These brownies are rich, chocolatey, and have a subtle lavender twist we love. And the secret ingredient? Espresso. We were skeptical at first, but trust us - it adds a depth and flavor that takes them to the next level.

Dark Chocolate Lavender Brownies

INGREDIENTS

Dry ingredients

1 cup flour

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp Treasured Roots culinary lavender buds, chopped

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks

Wet ingredients

1/2 cup melted butter

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup hot water or brewed espresso (this secret ingredient is a game changer!)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 F.

2. Mix wet and dry ingredients separately, then combine. Do not overmix.

3. Spread into greased 8x8 pan.

4. Bake 22-26 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Cool, slice, and try not to eat the whole pan in one go.