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BEST Vegan Brownies

These BEST Vegan Brownies are rich, fudgy, and utterly irresistible! Easy to make with simple plant-based ingredients for a perfect chocolate treat.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brownies, Chocolate, Easy, Fudgy, Plant-based, Vegan
Servings: 9 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 ounces unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips vegan chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your brownies bake evenly.
  • Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later. This will also help prevent sticking.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add in the unsweetened applesauce and melted unsweetened chocolate, mixing until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, flour, and salt. This helps to break up any lumps and ensures an even distribution of dry ingredients.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, using a spatula to fold them together. Be careful not to overmix; you want just combined.
  • Gently fold in the vegan chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with your spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before using the parchment paper to lift them out. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into squares. Enjoy your decadent, fudgy vegan brownies!

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper

Notes

  • Use parchment paper in the baking pan to ensure easy removal without sticking.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain the fudgy texture.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.