Fulfill Your Brownie Craving with This Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Recipe!

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Dietary restrictions can really put a damper on indulging in some of our favorite foods…said someone twenty years ago! Today we have options ranging from gluten-free, to dairy free, vegan and so much more. If you’re gluten and dairy free today, go ahead and have your brownie! You’ll love this delicious, rich and fudgy recipe! In today’s world we can have our cake and eat it too-or in this case a warm ooey gooey brownie. Without further delay here’s your new favorite recipe to fulfill your brownie craving!

Make it vegan with an egg substitute: Ten Best Egg Substitutes You Need for Vegan Baking

Gluten-free and Dairy-free Brownie Recipe

Here's a rich, fudgy and chocolate forward brownie recipe without the gluten and dairy! Feel free to spruce this up with your favorite nuts and chocolate chips!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Cooling Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Servings 16 brownies

Calories 203 kcal

Equipment

• 8-inch square baking dish
• parchment paper for lining the baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
• 2 large mixing bowls one for dry ingredients and one for wet ingredients.
• sifter to sift the flour and cocoa powder to avoid lumps.
• Measuring cups and spoons
• whisk
• spatula
• knife or brownie cutter
• wire rack

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cocoa powder ensure it’s pure and dairy-free
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
• 3 large eggs or use flax eggs for vegan option: 3 tablespoons flaxseed meal + 7.5 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans or dairy-free chocolate chips

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Instructions

 

• Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
• Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, both sugars, salt, and baking powder. Make sure there are no lumps.
• Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
• Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined and avoid overmixing. If using, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
• Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
• Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. This step is crucial as it helps the brownies set and develop their texture.

Notes

The recipe provided typically yields about 16 brownies when using an 8-inch square baking dish and cutting the brownies into 2-inch squares.

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5 Ways to Enhance Your Brownies:

Flavor Boosters:

• Espresso Powder: Add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
• Vanilla Bean Paste: Use vanilla bean paste instead of vanilla extract for a more intense vanilla flavor with visible vanilla specks.

Add-Ins:

• Mix-Ins: Stir in your choice of dairy-free chocolate chips, chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans), or even dried fruit (such as cherries or cranberries) for added texture and flavor.
• Swirls: Before baking, swirl in some dairy-free caramel or peanut butter into the top layer of the batter for a gooey, flavorful twist.

Toppings:

• Sea Salt: Sprinkle a little flaky sea salt over the batter just before baking to add a touch of elegance and balance the sweetness.
• Icing Sugar: Dust with gluten-free icing sugar after baking for a touch of sweetness and a professional look.

Texture Variations:

• Crunchy Top: Sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over the top before baking for a crispy crust.
• Chewy Brownies: For extra chewy brownies, increase the brown sugar to 3/4 cup and decrease the granulated sugar slightly.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve Warm: Enjoy your brownies warm with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream on top for a classic dessert experience.
• Dessert Parfait: Crumble the brownies and layer them with dairy-free whipped cream and fresh berries for an elegant parfait.

Holiday Themes:

• Spice It Up: Add spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice to the batter during the fall season for a warm, festive twist.
• Peppermint: During the holidays, mix in some crushed peppermint candies or peppermint extract for a refreshing, festive flavor.

How do you like to spruce up your brownies?