Vegan Brownies
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These vegan chocolate brownies are the fudgiest, chewiest, most delicious squares of chocolatey goodness.
They easily come together in a food processor and require fewer than 10 ingredients!
Brownies are one of the best desserts in my opinion. This vegan version satisfies with a gooey, under baked bite. They are just incredible. I think I’m starting to prefer vegan brownies to regular!
I originally found this recipe from From My Bowl, but I had issues with the batter being entirely too thick. I implemented a few of my own changes to perfect this recipe and now I’m totally hooked!
These guys are the star of the show. Measure out a loose cup of dates. In other words, no need to pack them down in the measuring cup. Soak them until softened in some warm water, about 10 minutes.
I also recommend using a mix of cacao and cocoa powders. They help balance some of the bitterness.
Next, make a flax egg. Just combine ground flax with some water. Nice and simple. Feel free to substitute a chia egg. Let sit for several minutes until it thickens.
Mix the dates first with some water, then add the wet ingredients. Blend in the dry, then mix in the chocolate chips by hand. Spread the batter in a prepared pan and bake.
Once they’ve baked for about 15 minutes, remove from the oven and let cool completely. My most favorite way to eat these is cold and straight from the refrigerator.
They’re fudgy.
They’re moist.
They taste incredible.
The dates and chocolate chips sweeten these brownies perfectly. You would never guess they’re vegan. Cacao and cocoa powder bring forth a wonderful rich flavor and the almond butter taste is subdued.
Enjoy!
Be sure to check out my other recipes:
Caramelized Onion and Veggie Pasta
Easy Garlic and Broccoli Pasta
Vegan Brownies
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 1 cup softened, pitted Medjool dates
- 2 tbsp water
- 2/3 cup almond butter
- 1 flax egg 1 tbsp flax + 2.5 tbsp water
- 1/3 cup plant milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder I use Hershey's Special Dark
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips reserve a couple tablespoons for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350* F.
- Add dates and water to food processor. Blend until paste forms.
- Add wet ingredients and combine. Stop to scrape down sides of bowl.
- Add dry ingredients and combine. Ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Remove bowl and stir in just under 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
- Spread batter into a parchment-lined 8' x 8' square pan. Top with remaining chocolate chips.
- Bake brownies for about 15-18 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool until chocolate chips have hardened.
- Slice into 16 even squares and enjoy!
