Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3. Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, melted coconut oil, unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until you have a smooth batter. Be careful not to overmix; just mix until the ingredients are combined.
5. Add Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips or chunks into the brownie batter.
6. Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
7. Bake the Brownies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake; the brownies should be slightly fudgy.
8. Cool and Slice:
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper (if used) and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
9. Cut and Serve:
- Once cooled, cut the brownies into squares and serve. Enjoy your vegan brownies!
