Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 ℉ and line a 9x9 pan with parchment paper. Or grease it well with additional oil. Set aside.

Step 2

Mix the flax meal and water together in a small bowl. Set aside for at least 5 minutes to "gel"

Step 3

In a food processor or high-speed blend, combine cooked beets, vanilla, maple syrup, milk, applesauce and oil. Blend until the beets are completely pureed and the mixture has an even and smooth consistency.

Step 4

Add flax/water mixture and remaining ingredients (except the chocolate chips) into the blender/food processor and blend until mixture is smooth. Scrape down side of bowl and reblend if needed.

Step 5

Stir in chocolate chips.

Step 6

Pour batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top if desired.

Step 7

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top of brownies is set and dry to the touch.

Step 8

Let cool completely before slicing. I like to let mine chill in the fridge for a bit.

Step 9

Slice and enjoy. Store leftovers in fridge for 4 days.