Tofu-Carob Brownies

These brownies have a marvelous texture and rich chocolaty flavor.

16 brownies (2 inch-squares)

½ cup mashed soft silken tofu
½ cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons carob powder
 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup chopped pecans

1 Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously oil and flour an 8-inch square cake pan. Set aside.
2 Place the tofu, maple syrup, vanilla, oil, and carob powder in a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
3 In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the pecans and mix well.
4 Add the flour mixture to the tofu mixture, and stir well to form a batter. Spread the batter into the prepared cake pan.
5 Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies comes out clean. Let cool at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.