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Easy Vegan Brownies - Guilt-Free Treat

If you’re craving something rich, fudgy, and chocolatey, these Easy Vegan Brownies are just what you need. Perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, these brownies offer all the indulgence without any animal products.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan / American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients:
  • All-Purpose Flour 1 cup
  • Cocoa Powder ½ cup
  • Sugar 1 cup
  • Baking Powder 1 teaspoon
  • Salt ½ teaspoon
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Wet Ingredients:
  • Water ¼ cup
  • Vegetable Oil ½ cup
  • Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
  • Apple Cider Vinegar 1 tablespoon
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Optional Add-ins:
  • Chocolate Chips ½ cup
  • Nuts ¼ cup
  • Espresso Powder 1 teaspoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven heats up, line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. 
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and cocoa powder. 
  3. In a separate bowl or a large measuring cup, combine the water, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until they are well mixed.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or a wooden spoon, gently fold the mixture together until just combined. 
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Smooth the top with your spatula to ensure the brownies bake uniformly.
  6. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes.
  7. * To check if they’re done, insert a toothpick into the center of the brownies. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs, they’re ready. If it comes out with wet batter, give them a few more minutes.

Notes

  1. Don’t Overmix: Overmixing can lead to tough, dense brownies. Mix the batter until the ingredients are just combined for the best texture.
  2. Use Quality Cocoa Powder: Since cocoa powder is the main flavor component, using high-quality cocoa powder will make a big difference in taste.
  3. Let Them Cool Completely: It’s tempting to cut into the brownies as soon as they come out of the oven, but letting them cool completely will give you cleaner slices and allow the flavors to develop fully.