Description
This Best Gluten-Free Brownies recipe offers rich, fudgy brownies made with coconut flour and semisweet chocolate chips, delivering a decadent dessert that’s free from gluten. Featuring melted unsweetened chocolate and butter, espresso powder for depth, and a tender crumb, these brownies are perfect for anyone seeking a delicious gluten-free treat.
Ingredients
Chocolate and Butter
- 8 ounces unsweetened chocolate, roughly chopped
- 8 ounces unsalted butter, cut into chunks
Wet Ingredients
- 5 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons instant espresso powder
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup coconut flour
Add-ins
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F and position a rack in the center. Line a 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking pan with parchment paper, using a little butter underneath to keep it secure and prevent shifting.
- Melt the chocolate and butter: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat, gently melt the chopped unsweetened chocolate and butter together, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the eggs with vanilla extract, salt, espresso powder, and sugar on high speed for 10 minutes until light and fluffy. Reduce speed to low and mix in the cooled chocolate and butter mixture just until combined. Next, add the coconut flour and beat until just blended. Finally, fold in the semisweet chocolate chips or chunks gently using a spoon or rubber spatula.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a small flat-bottomed spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until the batter is set and a thin crust forms on top. Test doneness by inserting a wooden skewer in the center; it should come out mostly clean.
- Cool and serve: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool for at least 2 hours. For best slicing results, refrigerate them overnight. Cut into 48 small pieces or fewer for larger brownies, then serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure chocolate and butter mixture cools completely before mixing it into eggs to prevent curdling.
- Using parchment paper with butter underneath helps in easy removal and cleaner edges.
- Espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted if desired.
- Refrigerating brownies overnight makes slicing cleaner and neater.
- Adjust the size and number of brownies by cutting into fewer or more pieces according to preference.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American