Recipe Overview

Vegan brownies are a chocolate lover’s dream! Combining flavors of rich espresso and deep chocolate, these fudgy delights offer the perfect texture without the use of any animal products. Ideal for holidays like Valentine’s Day or any day that calls for chocolate, they are incredibly straightforward to make. You don’t even need any elaborate baking gadgets; all you need is a bowl and a whisk!

Essential Ingredients for Vegan Brownies

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 cup boiling water (measured after boiling)
• 1 ounce finely chopped unsweetened chocolate
• 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
• 1 1/4 cups organic sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla paste or quality extract
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 recipe vegan chocolate glaze (optional)

How to Prepare the Vegan Brownies

Begin by positioning one oven rack in the lower third and preheating your oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9×9-inch metal baking pan by creating a double sling with parchment paper for easy lifting after baking.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiling water, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa powder, and espresso powder. Whisk until everything is melted and fully integrated. Next, add the sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, baking soda, and vinegar to the mixture, stirring thoroughly.

Switch to a silicone spatula and fold the flour mixture into the chocolate blend until just combined. Finally, gently mix in the chocolate chips to give those brownies an extra chocolatey boost.

Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes; you’ll know they are done when a toothpick inserted off-center comes out with a few crumbs but not wet batter. Avoid overbaking for optimal fudginess!

Garnishing and Serving Your Brownies

Once baked, remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool for about an hour. For lifting, use the parchment overhang options to pull out the brownie square neatly. If desired, drizzle with a rich vegan chocolate glaze for added flair and sweetness.

Cut into 9 generous squares or 16 smaller snack pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days—though they’re likely to vanish much sooner!

To enhance your baking experience, consider shopping for ingredients on Amazon or explore unique products on AliExpress. For all your BBQ needs, visit BIGZBBQ for more delicious recipes.