BY JILL LIGHTNER
Genius baker Jill Hamada’s creations are a chocolate force to be reckoned with. Barely cakey enough to be considered a brownie (as opposed to a piece of fudge), the “In the Dark” variety is nothing but pure, intense chocolate flavor, with a soft texture and not a nut in sight. More accessorized flavors include Juiced Up (with orange zest), Dulce de Lechorous (chocolate and caramel cake layers), Blonde Bombshell (blondie with pecans) and Nut-orious (chocolate with walnuts). She bakes each batch herself, from a small kitchen space in Ballard, so they’re just one step removed from homemade.
Available at the Madrona farmer’s market, and online.