Chocolate Buffalo Brownies

It's that time of year again where we shift into our fall routines. For many of us it's a relief, but if you have children, contending with school drop off and pick up, soccer practice, ballet lessons, and the other extra curricular activities, it can become a bit overwhelming. Here are a couple of delicious recipes that are easy to make and nutritious, including - Chocolate Buffalo Brownies! 

Chocolate Buffalo Brownies

No kidding! These Chocolate Buffalo Brownies are made with Wild Idea’s 100 % grass-fed, ground bison meat. They are also gluten free, and with sugar substitute, Paleo friendly! But, the best part is - they’re dense, slightly chewy, and delicious! And, if you don’t tell, no one will ever guess that these brownies are made with healthy bison meat!

Ingredients: (Makes 24 to 30 Brownies)

10 - ounces Wild Idea Ground Buffalo
6 - eggs
¾ - cup sugar or sugar substitute
2 - vanilla bean pods, seeds only or 2 teaspoons vanilla
½ - cup dark fruit jam * I’ve used black raspberry and black cherry.
6 - tablespoons butter or coconut oil *I used half of each.
1 - cup cocoa powder
½ - teaspoon salt
2 - teaspoons baking powder

Preparation:

• Rinse ground buffalo under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
• Place ground buffalo in food processor with half of the eggs and mix until well blended.
• Add remaining eggs, vanilla seeds, jam, and butter and mix well.
• Add cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and baking powder and mix well, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
• Pre-heat oven to 375°, with oven rack positioned in mid upper level of oven.
• Butter an 8”x12” baking pan and sprinkle with cocoa powder. Tap out excess cocoa.
• Pour batter in prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 45 minutes.
• Remove the brownies from the oven and place in the refrigerator.
• While brownies are starting to cool, make the frosting.
• Remove slightly cooled brownies from the refrigerator and frost. Return the frosted brownies to the refrigerator and let them cool completely, at least four hours.
• Cut brownies into desired portions and garnish with fruit.

Quick Chocolate Frosting Options:

Option 1: 6 ounces each semi-sweet chocolate and milk chocolate mixed, with 2 tablespoons butter, and 1/3 cup cream. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Option 2: 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons butter. Melt over low heat, stir occasionally, and stir in ½ cup of room temperature sour cream.