Easy Vegan Brownies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
9 servings
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Calories
242 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
Vegetarian, Vegan, gluten-free
Easy Vegan Brownies
Description
Easy Vegan Brownies blend all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative) with salt, baking soda, applesauce, brown sugar, coconut oil, water, vanilla, and cacao powder to form a rich chocolate batter. The applesauce adds moisture and binding, replacing eggs, while coconut oil contributes to texture and richness. After mixing, the batter is poured into a greased baking dish and baked at 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes until set.
The final brownies have a moist texture with deep chocolate flavor balanced by the natural sweetness of brown sugar and vanilla. This recipe is a straightforward option for those seeking vegan dessert alternatives without complex steps.
The brownies are sliced into squares and served as a snack or dessert, with flexibility to enjoy as is or alongside beverages like coffee or plant-based milk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten free baking flour
- ½ tsp salt sea salt
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup applesauce
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup coconut oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla
- ½ cup cacao powder pure raw
Instructions
- Start by creaming together your sugar, oil, and water.
- Add in your flour, salt, applesauce, vanilla, cocoa, and baking soda.
- Mix until well combined.
- Pour into a greased 8x8 baking dish.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes, or until baked through.
- Slice into 9 squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 242kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 171mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.