Vegan Brownies
These rich, fudgy vegan brownies are impossibly decadent, deeply chocolatey, and delightfully easy to make with pantry staples.
Ingredients
- •1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- •3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75g)
- •1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- •1/2 cup melted coconut oil (120ml)
- •1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (120ml)
- •1/2 cup plant-based milk, such as almond or oat (120ml)
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •3/4 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips (130g)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined and free of lumps.
- 3
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted coconut oil, unsweetened applesauce, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together using a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 5
Fold in half of the dairy-free dark chocolate chips.
- 6
Spread the thick batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 7
Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips evenly across the top of the batter.
- 8
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out with the parchment paper and slicing into squares.
💡 Chef tips
- For the ultimate fudgy texture, let the brownies cool completely and then chill them in the refrigerator for at least two hours before slicing.
- You can substitute melted vegan butter for the coconut oil if you prefer a buttery flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished brownies have a shiny, crinkly top, a rich and deeply chocolaty aroma, and an irresistibly moist, fudgy texture that melts in your mouth.