Description
These Easy Vegan Brownies are a rich, fudgy, plant-based delight made with simple pantry ingredients. With chewy edges, a moist center, and just the right sweetness, they’re the perfect go-to treat for vegans and chocolate lovers alike. Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert idea, healthy snack option, or something special for a gathering, this easy recipe is a winner. It’s an indulgent way to satisfy cravings without any dairy, eggs, or guilt—ideal for anyone seeking easy dessert ideas, plant-based recipes, or food ideas that taste as good as they look.
Ingredients
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup melted coconut oil
½ cup almond milk
½ cup maple syrup
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup vegan chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk melted coconut oil, almond milk, maple syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla.
4. Combine wet and dry mixtures and stir until just mixed.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the center is set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out and cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Don’t overbake! These brownies continue to cook as they cool.
For an extra fudgy texture, refrigerate them for a couple of hours after baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan brownies, easy dessert, plant-based treats, chocolate snacks, healthy vegan baking