Description
Enjoy rich, fudgy homemade brownies made with simple, plant-based ingredients. This recipe delivers a dense yet moist texture with deep chocolate flavor, perfect as a comforting treat anytime. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste, these brownies are wholesome and delicious for both beginners and experienced bakers.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- Plant-based butter, 1/2 cup (melted)
- Plant-based milk, 1/4 cup
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract (natural), 1 teaspoon
Dry Ingredients
- Granulated sugar, 1 cup
- Pure cocoa powder, 3/4 cup
- Flour, 3/4 cup
- Baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon
- Natural gelling agent, 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Gather all ingredients and line a baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking, ensuring even baking and easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt the Butter and Mix with Cocoa: In a heatproof bowl, gently melt the plant-based butter until smooth. Slowly whisk in the cocoa powder and granulated sugar until the mixture is silky and uniform, creating a rich chocolate base.
- Add Liquid Ingredients and Flavorings: Pour in the plant-based milk, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and vanilla extract (natural). Stir gently to combine, adding moisture and depth of flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Incorporate: Sift together the flour, baking powder, and natural gelling agent in a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently but thoroughly to keep the batter smooth and lump-free.
- Bake to Perfection: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool and Slice: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Cooling helps set the texture, making slicing easier and enhancing flavor concentration.
Notes
- Use quality cocoa powder for the best flavor intensity.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain tenderness.
- Watch baking time closely to keep a fudgy center.
- Use room temperature butter and plant milk for smoother blending.
- Line your pan to facilitate cleanup and easier removal of brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Plant-based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: homemade brownies, plant-based dessert, fudgy brownies, easy brownies recipe, vegan brownies
