A quick & easy recipe for classic Thick & Fudgy One-Bowl Gluten-Free Vegan Brownies! A top 8 allergy-free, oil-free, and sugar-free swap for your favorite rich and decadent chocolate dessert! Kid and mom approved for any party or celebration!
My personal favorite chocolate dessert. The humble, simple, classic brownie. Always a no-fail go-to for birthday parties, gatherings, any celebration in general. A glorified chocolate cake you can eat with your hands, so what’s not to love? I realized I didn’t have a classic, thick & fudgy, EASY and simple gluten-free vegan brownie on Strength and Sunshine yet…TRAGEDY! We have some fancy pumpkin peanut butter ones, mini mint brownies, double-stuffed, and that lovely skillet brownie, but not “the classic”.
I have always loved a simple brownie. I’d take them over having a cupcake any day! Even though a chocolate brownie is so “boring” in a sense, you just can’t beat that fudgy chocolate decadence. When I was growing up and we “had to” bring in treats for the classroom on our birthday in elementary school, my mom would always opt for making brownies. It was always the “easiest” thing, she said, since frosting cupcakes could be so “burdensome”.
Well, jokes on her, because I loved brownies 100x more 😉 And they WERE much easier to bring into school without having to worry about frosted cupcakes getting smashed, smeared, and becoming frosted-sadness. However, there was only one condition that had to be abided by when it came to brownies. NO powdered sugar sifted on top. Just like the foodie sin of buttering a muffin; sprinkling powdered sugar on top of perfect brownies in simply unspeakable.
Was it some sad, half-hearted attempt at trying to make the humble brownie “fancy”? I think so…but I was, and still am not, for it. I would look on with scorn at the kids who dared bring in brownies with white dust on top. Was a sleek, crackled, chocolate top not good enough? Brownies, classic, simple brownies are not to be frosted, sprinkled with “the power”, or altered in any way, shape, or form. Just bake, let cool, and cut them into nice even squares. Why make “the easy dessert” more difficult?
And always opt for an edge piece! That is where the magic happens! The extra chewy cooked edges…glory! Meaning the corner pieces were the ultimate in brownie gains. So when you send your little celiac or food allergy child off to school with some of these easy thick & fudgy one-bowl gluten-free vegan brownies (School safe and healthier! Nut & peanut free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free too. No oil or sugar, so you won’t be a demonized parent bringing in sweets), leave these brownies untouched, untainted, and simple cut into squares, ready for little hands to gobble up. None of this “fake fancy” powder to ruin the chocolate landscape of the classic brownie.
Easy Thick & Fudgy One-Bowl Gluten-Free Vegan Brownies (Allergy-Free)
Easy Thick & Fudgy One-Bowl Gluten-Free Vegan Brownies (Allergy-Free)
A quick & easy recipe for classic Thick & Fudgy One-Bowl Gluten-Free Vegan Brownies! A top 8 allergy-free, oil-free, and sugar-free swap for your favorite rich and decadent chocolate dessert! Kid and mom approved for any party or celebration!
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Brown Rice Flour
- 1 Cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Cup Erythritol (or preferred granulated sweetener)
- 3/4 Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 Tsp Baking Powder
- 1 Prepared Bob’s Red Mill “Egg” Replacer*
- 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- 1 1/3 Cup Full Fat Canned Coconut Milk
- 1 Tsp Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients.
- Now add the prepared “egg” replacer, applesauce, milk, and vanilla. Mix to combine for a thick brownie batter.
- Spread the batter evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, smoothing out the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove and allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares (12 large or 16 small).
Notes
*For an alternative “egg” you can make a classic flax egg with 1 TB of milled flax seed, combined with 3 TB of water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
All jokes aside, as long as you bake these delicious gluten-free vegan brownies, I won’t hate on you too much for however you decide to top them (if you in fact, do). One thing I forgot to mention though…the absolute BEST way to eat a brownie is…with a spoon! I’m not talking about when you decide to heat it up and top with ice cream, but literally just eating a room temperature or cold from the fridge brownie with a spoon…literally brownie bliss. Don’t knock it until you try this method…promise!
So tell me:
+ Do you or have you ever committed brownie sin?
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Elaine
They look delicious and easy to follow recipe! Will definitely try these
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Let me know what you think!
Lisa Isabella Russo
These look very delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks, enjoy!
Crummy Mummy
Now I want a brownie…I can’t remember the last time I had one!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well that just means you need TWO!
Candice
Great recipe, thanks for sharing. Looking forward to trying it with my daughter!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Great! I hope you both enjoy!
Stormy
These look amazing! Its so hard to find tasty vegan treats sometimes!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Not when you come to Strength and Sunshine!
Julianne Robinson
WOW these look so good! I can’t wait to try the recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O thank you so much!
Victoria
These look amazing! Now I’m craving brownies…
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I say turn that oven on!
Priya
Looks delicious and health.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks.
Stephanie
I’ve been looking for a new healthy brownie recipe and this looks like IT! Pinned it for later 🙂 If I wanted to make it with eggs, could I do so instead of the egg replacer?
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
How would I know? This is an egg-free blog. I have never cooked with eggs.
Shauna
These look amazing!! I haven’t had a brownie in so long, this recipe seems so easy too (it’s nice seeing simple vegan recipes) love this!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Gotta have our go-to classics!
Vicki Montague
Oh gosh! I need these in my life. They look delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Megan
Perfect sweet treat for those folks with allergies/restrictions. Nice to have a recipe to pull out when needed.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
We all need a great classic brownie!
Tracy Albiero
These look really good!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Lol, thanks!
hammad
wow..yummy…it is looking delicious
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you make them!
Jenni
These look so delicious! I’m sure these would be a success at our home (my boyfriend loves chocolate and cakes!) 😀
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Brownies always win!
Karen, the next best thing to mummy
These look delicious so I will definitely be trying them soon!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Great! I know you’ll enjoy!
Felicia
I’m gonna have to try this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well I hope so!
Lindsey
Looks delicious. I’ll have to try these, since I love coconut everything.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Lol, no, there is no coconut taste here. These are classic chocolate brownies.
Jersey Girl Cooks
These brownies look great! And I always love a one bowl recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Gotta have classic easy brownies!
Theresa Bailey
OMGosh these sound delicious and I love that it is a one bowl recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A classic speedy recipe to whip up!
ema
they look so good – always looking for new recipes for our gluten free friends!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Danai @ Living, Learning, Eating
They look so good! I totally eat brownies with a spoon, too :p
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The BEST way!!
Kelsey
Wow these look so good and so easy too!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Just mix together and bake!
Tami
Oh my gosh, these look so good! I love brownies so I’ll definitely have to try these. 🙂 Pinned!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Can’t pass up the brownies!
Julie Plagens
I pinned this. Who doesn’t love chocolate!? And it’s healthy. Wooohoo!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, right!
Francesca
i BOOKMARKED THIS THE SECOND I SAW FUDGY. As soon as I get groceries for my place and a pan to bake brownies in, I gotta attempt to make these! They look like a must try *heart eyes*
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha and a perfect housewarming gift to make for yourself 😉
Courtney
These look so yummy! I shared with a friend who eats vegan, and another who eats gluten-free! Thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I bet, well, enjoy yourself!
Lauren @ Simply-Well-Balanced
You had me at ONE BOWL! I am all about anything that makes being in the kitchen simple and easy. This recipe looks great!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I’m pretty sure brownies are always one bowl, but thought I’d but in the keyword, haha!
Jordan | Read. Eat. Repeat.
These look amazing! Fudgy brownies are my love language 😍
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, yes!! There is nothing not to love!
Whitney
These look so delish! I can’t wait to try them and I already have most of these ingredients at home!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Perfect! I see brownies in your future then!
Claire Saul
Hey Rebecca, these look delicious! Claire x
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks! Enjoy!
Courtney
I don’t know that I’ve ever had an opinion on powdered sugar-topped brownies. I don’t think I’ve ever done it, but I definitely won’t from now on! 😉 I’m fairly certain I’ll be making these this weekend!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hahahaha 😉 I’m glad I got you the “correct” information before you committed brownie sin!
Danielle @ A Sprinkle of Joy
Brownies are so amazing!! I can just taste the fudgy chewness looking at the picture!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They are amazing, haha!
Leigh Suznovich
SO decadent and yummy looking, wow!! Need to try these.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes you do 😉
Rebecca Rice
These look so yummy! Can’t wait to make these for my family. They will be a great go to when I’m not sure about allergies as well!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! Everyone will be able to enjoy a treat!
Rachel
Yum! Cant wait to try these!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome! Time to get baking!
Casey
Alright these are getting made ASAP, I have been craving chocolate for so long now, and I just need to make this.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Brownie baking Monday!!
Paula @ I'm Busy Being Awesome
Oh my gosh, these look so rich and delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Oh my gosh, thank you so much!
Danielle
Yum! I’m always looking for great vegan recipes and this looks so easy! Thanks.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
These brownies are the way to go!
Lauren
Oh my gosh yum!!! These look incredible – I’m dairy free and am always looking for good desserts that I can make…can’t wait to try these!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Shouldn’t be hard then! Enjoy!
Christina Kamp
Yummy. I can’t wait to make these. THanks for the recipe. They look so moist.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you enjoy!
Suzy
I love brownies and yours look yummy. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Enjoy!