Description
These Decadent Gluten-Free Chocolate Brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with intense chocolate flavor. Made with gluten-free all-purpose flour and semi-sweet chocolate chips, they offer a perfect dessert for those with gluten sensitivities without compromising taste or texture. The addition of optional nuts adds a delightful crunch, making these brownies an irresistible treat for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (90g) gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
- Optional: 1/2 cup (60g) chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
- Melt butter and chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and half of the chocolate chips. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix sugar, vanilla, and eggs: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Combine melted chocolate mixture: Slowly pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously until fully incorporated.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into the wet ingredients. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the batter until there are no dry spots left.
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts: Incorporate the remaining chocolate chips and, if using, the chopped nuts into the batter to distribute evenly.
- Prepare the baking dish: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform thickness.
- Bake the brownies: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Avoid overbaking for a fudgier texture.
- Cool the brownies: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then use the parchment paper overhang to lift them out and place on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Once cooled, slice the brownies into squares and serve.
Notes
- For added crunch, incorporate chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts.
- Do not overbake to maintain fudginess; the brownies should be moist in the center.
- Make sure to line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.
- Microwave the butter and chocolate chips gently to avoid burning.
