Description
These vegan brownies offer a rich, fudgy texture with a deep chocolate flavor, perfect for a plant-based dessert craving. Made without eggs or dairy, they combine cocoa, brown and white sugars, and vegetable oil for a moist and delicious treat. Optional nuts and chocolate chips add extra texture and indulgence.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (divided)
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup nuts (chopped, optional)
- 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to prepare for baking the brownies.
- Prepare Flour-Water Paste: In a saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup of the flour and the water. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens to a gluey paste consistency. This step helps bind the ingredients without eggs.
- Cool Mixture: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the flour-water paste cool completely before proceeding to the next step.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the brown sugar, white sugar, salt, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and vegetable oil thoroughly.
- Add Flour-Water Paste: Incorporate the cooled flour-water mixture into the sugar and cocoa mixture, stirring well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Mix Remaining Dry Ingredients: Add the remaining 1 cup of flour along with the baking powder. If using, fold in the nuts and chocolate chips at this stage for added texture and flavor.
- Prepare Pan: Grease an 11x7-inch baking pan to prevent sticking. Spread the batter evenly into the pan to ensure even baking.
- Bake Brownies: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes. The brownies are done when a knife inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting into 16 pieces. Serve and enjoy your vegan brownies!
Notes
- For a richer taste, use high-quality cocoa powder.
- Optional nuts can be walnuts, pecans, or almonds based on preference.
- Ensure the flour-water paste is completely cooled to avoid cooking the batter prematurely.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- These brownies are perfect for those following a vegan lifestyle and can be made gluten-free by substituting the flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
