Brownies
Prep Time:
20 Minutes
Serves:
Makes 12 Brownies
Cook Time:
40 Minutes
Author
Krystal Roberts
About the Recipe
These vegan brownies are rich, deeply chocolatey, and perfectly fudgy in the center. Flax eggs help bind the batter, while melted vegan butter and two types of sugar create a soft, chewy texture. Chocolate chips make every bite even more indulgent, and chopped walnuts can be added for extra crunch.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp ground flaxseed
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup vegan butter, melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp alternative milk, preferably oat milk (or a splash as needed during mixing)
- 1 cup chocolate chips or roughly chopped chocolate
- ½ walnuts, chopped (optional)
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Preparation
Step 1
Prepare the flax eggs: In a small bowl, stir together the ground flaxseed and water. Set aside for 5–10 minutes to thicken.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 7 × 11-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Step 3
Melt the vegan butter: Measure ½ cup vegan butter (Earth Balance is preferred). Melt it in the microwave using a glass measuring cup, heating in 30-second intervals until fully melted.
Step 4
Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the thickened flax eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk again until fully combined.
Step 5
Add the dry ingredients: Mix the flour and cocoa powder directly into the bowl. Add the salt and baking powder. Stir everything together with a large wooden spoon until just combined—do not overmix.
Step 6
Fold in the chocolate chips: Gently fold in half of the chocolate chips.
Step 7
Transfer to the pan: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with the back of a spoon or your hands. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips evenly over the top.
Step 8
Bake for 35–40 minutes. The brownies may still look soft and slightly bubbly in the center, but they will firm up significantly as they cool.
Step 9
Cool before slicing: Let the brownies cool for 15 minutes in the pan. Use the parchment paper to lift them out, then cool on a wire rack for another 15–30 minutes before slicing and serving.
