Pumpkin Brownies

INGREDIENTS

½ cup (120 ml) egg substitute, or 4 eggs
15 (150 g) medjool dates, pitted
1 cup (240 ml) applesauce
1¾ cup (405 g) pumpkin purée
2 cups (240 g) whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt, optional
2 teaspoons pumpkin spice

DIRECTIONS

1. Place egg substitute, dates, applesauce and pumpkin puree into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
2. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 1 minute, using the tamper as necessary to press ingredients toward the blades. Stop the machine.
3. Remove the lid and add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice and salt to the container. Secure the lid.
4. Pulse the machine 10-12 times on Variable 8, using the tamper to press ingredients toward the blades.
5. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×9 inch (23x23cm) non-stick square baking pan.
6. Bake brownies for 30 minutes in a 350°F (175°C) oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. To serve, cut brownies and sprinkle with your favorite topping.