Chewy Fudgy Gluten-Free Brownies
If you’ve been searching for the perfect gluten-free brownie, this is the one. These brownies are rich, chewy, and perfectly fudgy in the center with those irresistible crackly tops. They resemble the perfect box of Ghirardelli fudgy brownies, but homemade with simple ingredients. Plus, they can easily be made dairy-free without anyone knowing.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup gluten-free flour (see note)
- 3/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 1/4 cups sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup butter or dairy-free (see note)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips or dairy-free (see note)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until combined. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter until it bubbles. Pour the sugar in & whisk vigorously, about 1 -2 minutes, until well combined. Then remove from the heat.
- In a stand-mixer bowl or large bowl to use a hand mixer, add the eggs mixing well until they start to foam. Then slowly pour the butter/sugar mixture in while the mixer is running.
- Once the mixture is combined, stir in the vanilla. Next, stir in the dry ingredients. Now, fold in the chocolate chips, but save 1/4 cup to sprinkle on top later.
- Pour the batter into your baking pan & sprinkle the chocolate chips on top. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
Dairy-free? We like to use dairy-free butter like Earth Balance sticks & Enjoy Life dairy-free chocolate chips.
Gluten-Free flours? These brownies work fantastic with Pamela's GF flour blend, King Arthurs 1:1, and Bobs Red Mill GF blend.
Storage: Cover with plastic wrap and keep on counter for up to a week or in fridge for cold brownies.
Some mix-ins we love to add:
- white chocolate chips or peanut butter chips
- chopped walnuts, pecans, or sliced almonds
- marshmallows, shredded coconut, crushed pretzels, or crushed potato chips
- chopped candy bars
- dried fruit like cranberries or cherries
- swirl in peanut butter, cream cheese, jam, or marshmallow fluff before baking
- Toppings: sprinkle with flaky sea salt, extra nuts, or chocolate chips.
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