Fudgy Gluten-Free Vegan Brownies
These gluten-free vegan brownies are rich, fudgy, and intensely chocolatey. They’re an easy, one-bowl brownie recipe that comes together quickly. The brownies have a soft, fudgy center and plenty of chocolate flavor, making them perfect for dessert or a chocolate craving. They also freeze well, so you can keep a batch on hand whenever you want a homemade treat.
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About these fudgy vegan brownies
If you’re looking for an easy vegan brownie recipe that’s also gluten-free, look no further! These brownies are made with cocoa powder and dark chocolate for a rich, deep chocolate flavor. They have a soft, fudgy texture that makes them irresistible. For more gluten-free vegan recipes, check out these vegan chocolate muffins.
This is the perfect one-bowl brownie recipe when you crave a simple, delicious chocolate treat with no fuss. The brownies come together quickly with simple ingredients and are perfect for making ahead. They also freeze very well, so you can make a double batch and have homemade brownies ready whenever a chocolate craving strikes. They’re a delicious addition to your collection of gluten-free chocolate desserts.
These brownies are delicious on their own, but you can also add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture. Serve them at room temperature or slightly warm with your favorite dairy-free ice cream for an easy chocolate dessert.
Ingredients
Some NOTES about the main ingredients of this recipe:
- Flour: gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Make sure the blend is vegan.
- Cocoa: semi-sweet cocoa powder.
- Sugar: white granulated sugar. You can also use brown sugar.
- Baking powder: a pinch of baking powder. Leavening agent.
- Chocolate: vegan dark chocolate, melted.
- Oil: natural oil, like sunflower or canola.
- Milk: plant-based milk.
How to make easy gluten-free vegan brownies
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease or line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
Whisk together GF all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
Add oil, vanilla extract, melted chocolate, and plant-based milk. Mix until well incorporated. If desired, you can add chopped nuts or vegan chocolate chips.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the edges are set and the center still looks slightly soft. For fudgy brownies, avoid overbaking. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs rather than completely clean.
Let cool before removing and slicing; cutting them warm could make them unbaked.
Storing
Store the brownies in an air-tight container at room temperature for 3 days or in the refrigerator for 5 days to a week.
You can freeze them in an air-tight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Baking tips:
- Fudgy brownies: if you want fudgy brownies, avoid overbaking. The edges should be set, and the center should still look slightly soft. If you inserted a toothpíck into the brownie, it should come out with some batter streaks, not clean.
- Let the brownies cool before slicing; they could look underbaked if cutting while warm.
Variations
- Oil: replace the natural oil with melted coconut oil.
- Nuts: add walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts for crunchiness. Toasting the nuts first will give them more flavor.
- Chocolatey version: add vegan chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey version.
Serving ideas
If you want to serve the brownie as dessert, here are some topping ideas:
- Plant-based ice cream: serve the brownies warm with a scoop of vegan ice cream. Perfect match and highly recommended!
- Vegan whipped cream: serve with a dollop of plant-based whipped cream.
- Fresh berries: fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries for freshness and color.
- Sea salt: sprinkle with sea salt to enhance flavors.
- Powdered sugar: dust the brownies with powdered sugar for a simple, classic finish.
FAQ
Are these brownies vegan? Yes, but make sure the gluten-free all-purpose flour, the chocolate, and other packaged ingredients are vegan.
For more vegan and gluten-free treats
If you are looking for more vegan recipes that are also gluten-free, you must try these recipes:
Fudgy Vegan Gluten-Free Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour, vegan
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 7 ounces vegan dark chocolate (200g), melted
- 1 cup plant-based milk, like almond milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease or line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk together gluten-free all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Add oil, vanilla extract, melted chocolate, and plant-based milk. Mix until well incorporated. If desired, you can add chopped toasted nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center still looks slightly soft. For fudgy brownies, avoid overbaking. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs rather than completely clean.
- Let cool before removing and slicing; cutting them warm could make them unbaked.