How to Make the Perfect Vegan Fudgy Brownies
American · Easy · 35 min · 12 servings
These vegan fudgy brownies are rich, dense, and intensely chocolatey without any dairy or eggs. This fully vegan dessert proves that plant-based baking can deliver the ultimate indulgent treat.
Why this recipe works
This Vegan Fudgy Brownies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 210 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 8 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup melted coconut oil
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp water
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep Pan
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease with coconut oil.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl whisk together the flour cocoa powder sugar and salt until fully combined and no lumps remain.
Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl stir together the melted coconut oil applesauce vanilla extract and water until smooth and uniform.
Step 4: Fold and Pour
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Step 5: Bake and Cool
Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Allow to cool completely before slicing for the fudgiest texture.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- coconut oil → melted vegan butter such as Earth Balance
- applesauce → mashed ripe banana for added natural sweetness
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overbaking the brownies which causes them to dry out and lose their fudgy texture
- Slicing before fully cooled which causes the brownies to fall apart and appear underdone
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 210 calories, 3g protein, 28g carbs, 11g fat, 2g fiber.
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