Name: Fudgy Gluten-Free Brownies
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 29 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 9 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp flaxseed meal ((to make flax eggs)); 5 tbsp water ((to make flax eggs)); 0.5 cup melted vegan butter ((or coconut oil)); 0.5 cup coconut sugar ((or organic cane sugar)); 0.25 cup maple syrup ((or agave nectar)); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 0.75 tsp baking powder; 0.25 tsp sea salt; 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 0.75 cup gluten-free flour blend ((or Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free 1:1 Baking Flour)); 0.25 cup almond meal; 0.33 cup pecans or walnuts ((optional)); 0.33 cup vegan chocolate chips ((optional))

Instructions

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1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (176 C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with coconut oil, then line with parchment paper.
2

Prepare flax eggs in a small bowl by combining flaxseed meal (2 tbsp) and water (5 tbsp). Set aside.
3

In a large mixing bowl, combine melted vegan butter (0.5 cup) (or coconut oil), coconut sugar (0.5 cup), maple syrup (0.25 cup), and vanilla extract (1 tsp). Whisk until combined and the [coconut sugar] begins to dissolve.
4

Add the [flax eggs] and whisk until incorporated. Then add baking powder (0.75 tsp), sea salt (0.25 tsp), and unsweetened cocoa powder (0.5 cup), and whisk again.
5

Add gluten-free flour blend (0.75 cup) and almond meal (0.25 cup). Fold with a spatula until just mixed. Stir in optional add-ins, such as vegan chocolate chips (0.33 cup) or pecans or walnuts (0.33 cup).
6

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Add a few additional toppings if desired.
7

Bake for 17-22 minutes, or until the edges are dry and slightly fluffy, and the center is no longer wet or sticky.
8

Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes, preferably 45-60 minutes. The longer they cool, the firmer they will become. Gently lift from the pan and cut into 9 squares.
9

Enjoy on their own, or pair with Coconut Whipped Cream or Vanilla Bean Coconut Ice Cream.
10

Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or freeze for up to 1 month.