The best ever homemade Vegan Brownies Recipe! Rich, ultra chocolatey, chewy brownie perfection.
SHUT THE FRONT DOOR with these ultimate vegan brownies.
You know that feeling you get when you find your missing earring on the floor or a stranger tells you your hair looks superb or you finally clean your shower? These brownies are like all those things happening at once by some strange cosmic coincidence of foodgasmness.
I've been trying to make the perfect vegan brownies recipe for a hot minute now. Eggs and butter are pretty key ingredients to classic brownies, so this was no easy task.
I knew I wanted to use some wholesome goodies like you hopefully have in the pantry already like almond butter (the drippy kind!), whole wheat pastry flour (which I use in absolutely everything from pancakes and muffins to these here brownies), coconut oil, and coconut sugar.
A recipe for fabulousless!
It's hard to write so many words about these brownies when they leave ya so SPEECHLESS.
Alas, this is a food blog with oodles of words. These vegan brownies are everything you'd hope for a brownie to be: moist, ultra chocolatey, sweet but not too sweet, rich but not too rich, chewy, fudgy but not too fudgy, and just straight up unbelievably SCRUMPTIOUS.
You've never guess these were made with healthier ingredients, I swear. And while we're not eating Brussels sprouts here, they're definitely a wee bit healthier.
My favorite way to eat them (because let's be real, no one is gonna have just one) is warmed in the microwave for like eight seconds (just so the chocolate chips can get back to their best melty life) and topped with vanilla ice cream. My life is complete after that first bite.
Let's delve more into the dirty details!
What kind of flour should I use for vegan brownies?
I've been on a real kick with whole wheat pastry flour because it's so nice and light and less "wheaty" tasting; but for my gluten-free friends, I'd recommend using a 1:1 all purpose GF baking flour.
I haven't tried these with almond or cassava or tigernut or cassava or green banana or coconut or cashew flour SO if you do, leave a comment because I know I'll 100% get asked if that can be used instead. I wish I was a recipe wizard with all the answers!! But I'm just an expert brownie eater.
What's the secret to bringing out the chocolate flavor?
I use these instant espresso granules and I don't recommend skipping this ingredient because it really enhances the chocolate flavor. I bought mine at Whole Foods.
These are meat-and-potatoes-boyfriend-who-doesnt-even-love-brownies approved, which is important considering the fact that I've really never met a brownie I didn't like (except when they clearly aren't chocolatey enough; and that only happened once).
Soooo what I'm sayin' is that I'm easy to please in the brownie arena. But Mr. I Don't Love Brownies isn't. He's a tough cookie. And he loved them. He said "wow" like three and a half times mid-bite.
I feel like I won the recipe lottery with these gems. Please make them and please share them with the people you love most.
If you have any leftovers, that is.
Love decadent desserts? Cacao recipes? More vegan brownies? Check out these other recipes!
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- Almond Flour Chocolate Banana Bread
- Flourless Peanut Butter Zucchini Brownies
- Fudgy Vegan Raspberry Almond Butter Brownies
The Best Vegan Brownies Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 16 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Description
The ultimate recipe for Vegan Brownies! Rich, ultra chocolatey perfection to satisfy those classic brownie cravings.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup creamy almond butter
- ¾ cup coconut sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 tsp instant espresso or instant coffee granules
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Kosher salt, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 inch square baking dish with foil or parchment paper.
- Stir together flax and water in a small bowl. Set aside to thicken for 10 minutes.
- Place coconut oil in a small bowl and melt in microwave for 30 seconds. Set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, add almond butter, coconut sugar, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil. Whisk until smooth. Add flax mixture and whisk again until combined.
- Add cocoa powder and slowly whisk until shiny, scraping down the sides as needed. Gently spoon flour into measuring cup without packing and level off with a knife. Add flour, espresso powder, and salt to mixing bowl. Use a rubber spatula to fold in flour, stopping once the flour is incorporated. It will seem thicker than normal brownie batter (see third picture). Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon batter into prepared pan and smooth with spatula. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a knife comes out clean. Allow brownies to cool before slicing. Sprinkle with salt before serving if desired. Store brownies in an air-container on the counter.
Sally says
Really really good!
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Sally says
Really really good!
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Molly Summerton says
Havent been disappointed with ANY recipe on here so far. These brownies are AMAZING and literally had everything in my house. I used instant coffee granules instead of the expresso powder just because it was all I had. Will def. be making these again
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Alexis says
You made my day! Love that instant coffee worked, too.
Molly Summerton says
Havent been disappointed with ANY recipe on here so far. These brownies are AMAZING and literally had everything in my house. I used instant coffee granules instead of the expresso powder just because it was all I had. Will def. be making these again
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Alexis says
You made my day! Love that instant coffee worked, too.
Ardelaine G says
Made these for a potluck for work tomorrow, waiting for them in the oven right now, but I stole a little taste of the batter..... I KNOW they are gonna be good!
Thanks, Alexis!
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Alexis says
THEY’RE THE BEST!! Enjoy 🙂
Ardelaine G says
Made these for a potluck for work tomorrow, waiting for them in the oven right now, but I stole a little taste of the batter..... I KNOW they are gonna be good!
Thanks, Alexis!
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Alexis says
THEY’RE THE BEST!! Enjoy 🙂
Kaylie | Healthy Hacks says
Fiberful, fudgy brownies are like the answer to all my prayers, hopes, dreams, and wishes. Brownies are nust the best!! ?
Alexis says
Heck yes!!
Kaylie | Healthy Hacks says
Fiberful, fudgy brownies are like the answer to all my prayers, hopes, dreams, and wishes. Brownies are nust the best!! ?
Alexis says
Heck yes!!
Diana says
5 stars!?
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Diana says
5 stars!?
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Diana says
Just wanted to say thank you. I think it’s first receipt ever I’m writing a review. The brownies came out delicious!! Amazing recipe, easy to follow and cook. Thank you?
Alexis says
I’m so glad, thanks so much for letting me know!
Alexis says
If you would be so kind as to leave a star rating on the recipe, I’d be so grateful!
Diana says
Just wanted to say thank you. I think it’s first receipt ever I’m writing a review. The brownies came out delicious!! Amazing recipe, easy to follow and cook. Thank you?
Alexis says
I’m so glad, thanks so much for letting me know!
Alexis says
If you would be so kind as to leave a star rating on the recipe, I’d be so grateful!
Lucy says
Woah, this looks incredible, thank you very much! <3 I was wondering if there would be any substitute for almond butter that could work well in these brownies? Like ground almond flour + a bit of oil/ plant milk or something? I'm a student and almond butter is reaaaally expensive where I live... I'm so sad to not be able to make these incredibly good looking babies because of that! Lots of love & chocolate
Alexis says
Yay! You can use peanut butter instead 🙂
Lucy says
Woah, this looks incredible, thank you very much! <3 I was wondering if there would be any substitute for almond butter that could work well in these brownies? Like ground almond flour + a bit of oil/ plant milk or something? I'm a student and almond butter is reaaaally expensive where I live... I'm so sad to not be able to make these incredibly good looking babies because of that! Lots of love & chocolate
Alexis says
Yay! You can use peanut butter instead 🙂
mangafox says
This looks so good, and I love the idea of veggie pasta! I’ve been wanting to try and make zucchini noodles for a while, but these look even better (and so much easier lol)
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mangafox says
This looks so good, and I love the idea of veggie pasta! I’ve been wanting to try and make zucchini noodles for a while, but these look even better (and so much easier lol)
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Kimberly says
Beautiful! I'm adding this to my to-do list. Thanks for sharing.
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Kimberly says
Beautiful! I'm adding this to my to-do list. Thanks for sharing.
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MangaHere says
I am definitely making these this week, and hiding them away in my fridge or freezer. Nothing like a cookie dough bite to get you through the week! Thanks!
MangaHere says
I am definitely making these this week, and hiding them away in my fridge or freezer. Nothing like a cookie dough bite to get you through the week! Thanks!
Michelle says
these are fricken dreamyyyyyyyyy. cannot wait to make them again
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Alexis says
So glad!!!
Michelle says
these are fricken dreamyyyyyyyyy. cannot wait to make them again
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Alexis says
So glad!!!
The Foodie Journey says
They look incredibly soft and moist ! The addition of espresso makes it even more perfect...
The Foodie Journey says
They look incredibly soft and moist ! The addition of espresso makes it even more perfect...
MacleanNash says
Made these yesterday! My boyfriend and I love them!
I didn't have almond butter unfortunately, so I used peanut butter! Final product was great!
Thank you so much for sharing this!
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Alexis says
Oh nice!! I have to try them with peanut butter!
MacleanNash says
I made these again this weekend because my partner couldn't stop talking about them!
The only thing I did differently was, once they were out of the oven and cooled slightly, I topped them with ~1/4 chocolate chips so it was like an easy icing and then a bit of salt.
They turned out perfectly and are now a fave in our household!
Thank you - again!
MacleanNash says
Made these yesterday! My boyfriend and I love them!
I didn't have almond butter unfortunately, so I used peanut butter! Final product was great!
Thank you so much for sharing this!
★★★★★
Alexis says
Oh nice!! I have to try them with peanut butter!
MacleanNash says
I made these again this weekend because my partner couldn't stop talking about them!
The only thing I did differently was, once they were out of the oven and cooled slightly, I topped them with ~1/4 chocolate chips so it was like an easy icing and then a bit of salt.
They turned out perfectly and are now a fave in our household!
Thank you - again!
Meghan says
I absolutely loved the raspberry version that you posted a couple of weeks ago, so I'm expecting that I'll love these even more! Thanks for sharing!
Alexis says
Can’t wait to hear what you think! These ones are my absolute fave.
Meghan says
I absolutely loved the raspberry version that you posted a couple of weeks ago, so I'm expecting that I'll love these even more! Thanks for sharing!
Alexis says
Can’t wait to hear what you think! These ones are my absolute fave.
Joanie Anderson says
Can you give us the blueberry lemon muffin recipe you mentioned earlier in the week?
Thanks.
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Alexis says
It’ll be posted mid to late March so stay tuned 🙂
Joanie Anderson says
Can you give us the blueberry lemon muffin recipe you mentioned earlier in the week?
Thanks.
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Alexis says
It’ll be posted mid to late March so stay tuned 🙂
Meah Konstanzer says
Need these! With some ice cream on top of course 😉 . I'm thinking mint chocolate chip.
xxMeah
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Meah Konstanzer says
Need these! With some ice cream on top of course 😉 . I'm thinking mint chocolate chip.
xxMeah
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jordan @ dancing for donuts says
YAY!!!!! i've been waiting for these since your last post - they look so incredible and i love that the ingredients list isn't 8 miles long. thank you for sharing!!
jordan @ dancing for donuts says
YAY!!!!! i've been waiting for these since your last post - they look so incredible and i love that the ingredients list isn't 8 miles long. thank you for sharing!!
Jake Johnson says
Best Brownies ever, literally!!
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Jake Johnson says
Best Brownies ever, literally!!
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david colina says
Ridiculous. Ridic-town. Chronicals of Ridic. So good! Thanks Jeff for saving me some
david colina says
Ridiculous. Ridic-town. Chronicals of Ridic. So good! Thanks Jeff for saving me some
Kori says
These look amazing!! While Matt and I don't follow a vegan eating pattern/lifestyle, I love incorporating them into our lives!
Kori says
These look amazing!! While Matt and I don't follow a vegan eating pattern/lifestyle, I love incorporating them into our lives!
Nicole @ Laughing My Abs Off says
Girl, you sure know how to sell! 😉 I'm drooling. I'd been planning on making those Beaming Baker brownies that you posted about a couple weeks ago, and I just kept dreaming about coming home next week for spring break and eating that brownie with a scoop of Nadamoo just like your WIAW post showed....but now I'm conflicted. Because these look SO GOOD. Ahhhh! Maybe I should just make both.
Alexis says
Hahahaha so many options! Beaming Baker’s are DELISH but definitely a lot more fudgy and a bit more rich. All about personal preference!
Nicole @ Laughing My Abs Off says
Girl, you sure know how to sell! 😉 I'm drooling. I'd been planning on making those Beaming Baker brownies that you posted about a couple weeks ago, and I just kept dreaming about coming home next week for spring break and eating that brownie with a scoop of Nadamoo just like your WIAW post showed....but now I'm conflicted. Because these look SO GOOD. Ahhhh! Maybe I should just make both.
Alexis says
Hahahaha so many options! Beaming Baker’s are DELISH but definitely a lot more fudgy and a bit more rich. All about personal preference!
Hannah says
I love how simple and easy these are! can't wait to try them 🙂
Hannah says
I love how simple and easy these are! can't wait to try them 🙂
Jenna says
Can I use espresso verses espresso powder? 🙂 I’ve been waiting for this recipe since seeing your story the other night!!
Alexis says
Ummm I'm not sure, I haven't tried it! Worth a shot 🙂
Rachel says
Hello Alexis I am looking for the exact recipe for your flourless peanut butter vegan brownies... I can’t find it on the page about them only a short video with the ingredients but not the measure measurements. They look fabulous and I would love to make them. Is there any way you could direct me to the exact recipe, or email it to me? Thank you so much!!
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Alexis says
Thank you SO much for letting me know. I just updated my recipe plugin and it looks like some recipes didn’t covert. Looking into the issue now so hold tight! You may be able to find the recipe if search it pinterest!
Alexis says
Hey Rachel, the issue has been fixed and you'll now see the recipe!
Jenna says
Can I use espresso verses espresso powder? 🙂 I’ve been waiting for this recipe since seeing your story the other night!!
Alexis says
Ummm I'm not sure, I haven't tried it! Worth a shot 🙂
Rachel says
Hello Alexis I am looking for the exact recipe for your flourless peanut butter vegan brownies... I can’t find it on the page about them only a short video with the ingredients but not the measure measurements. They look fabulous and I would love to make them. Is there any way you could direct me to the exact recipe, or email it to me? Thank you so much!!
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Alexis says
Thank you SO much for letting me know. I just updated my recipe plugin and it looks like some recipes didn’t covert. Looking into the issue now so hold tight! You may be able to find the recipe if search it pinterest!
Alexis says
Hey Rachel, the issue has been fixed and you'll now see the recipe!
Dylan Miles says
These are MAGICAL. Omg.
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Dylan Miles says
These are MAGICAL. Omg.
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Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says
These look decadent! Can't go wrong with classic brownies, mmm! 😉
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
https://charmainenyw.com
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says
These look decadent! Can't go wrong with classic brownies, mmm! 😉
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
https://charmainenyw.com