Description
These Easy Vegan Brownies are rich, fudgy, and made with simple plant-based ingredients. One bowl and pantry staples make this a go-to dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add applesauce, vegetable oil, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
4. Fold in dairy-free chocolate chips evenly.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 28–32 minutes, until edges are set and center has moist crumbs.
7. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
Measure ingredients carefully for the perfect fudgy texture.
Let brownies cool completely before slicing for clean edges.
Store in airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan brownies, easy brownies, chocolate dessert