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Fudgy Vegan Brownies Recipe

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These fudgy vegan brownies are a rich, chocolatey treat made without any eggs or dairy. Using a flaxseed or applesauce egg substitute, they achieve a moist and dense texture with a shiny crust. Perfect for vegans and anyone craving a decadent, plant-based brownie.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups very finely ground granulated sugar (preferably Domino brand)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons ground flax seed OR 5 tablespoons applesauce
  • 5 tablespoons water (for the flaxseed mixture)
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder (sifted if clumpy)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (gluten-free can be used)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Optional

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips, plus additional for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the brownies.
  2. Prepare Flax Egg: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 5 tablespoons water. Set aside to thicken. If you prefer, you can skip this step and use applesauce instead as the egg substitute.
  3. Dissolve Sugar: In a medium saucepan on the stove, combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar completely dissolves in about 5-10 minutes, being careful not to add any extra water. This step is crucial for creating the shiny crust.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt. Stir well to mix evenly. Set aside the chocolate chips separately if using.
  5. Combine Sugar Mixture with Dry Ingredients: Once sugar has dissolved fully, give it a final whisk and pour it into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
  6. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the oil, vanilla extract, and the thickened flax egg or applesauce to the batter. Use a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
  7. Fold in Chocolate Chips: If desired, fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into the batter. These add richness to the flavor and help create an even shinier top crust.
  8. Transfer to Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and pour the brownie batter into the pan, spreading it evenly.
  9. Sprinkle Additional Chocolate Chips: Optionally, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top of the batter for added texture and chocolaty finish.
  10. Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35-42 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; a little moist crumbs indicate fudginess. Adjust baking time to preference: longer for less fudgy, shorter for very fudgy brownies.
  11. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, slice around edges and lift brownies out with parchment paper. Cut into 16 squares and serve. Cooling longer helps with cleaner slicing.

Notes

  • Use finely ground sugar for the best crust texture; Domino brand is recommended.
  • The flaxseed egg gives a slightly different texture and flavor than applesauce; choose based on preference.
  • Do not add any extra water when dissolving sugar to ensure the shiny crust develops properly.
  • Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing for clean, neat portions.
  • Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute for all-purpose flour with good results.
  • Chocolate chips are optional but recommended for extra flavor and shine.

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