Brownie Recipes

From the late 19th’s till now, brownie remains an American favourite dessert. Earlier, brownies were simple and chocolatey. But over time, variation appeared. Bakers were adding creative touches day by day.

Nuts, marshmallows, caramel, and whatnot? Even diet brownies are available. Although there are a lot of brownie recipes, most are complicated yet not healthy or delicious. 

So, I’m going to share some homemade brownie recipes. And I assure you, these will be healthy yet delicious. So, without further ado, let’s get started. 

Classic Fudgy Brownie

This recipe is perfect for any occasion. Let’s see what we will need for this recipe.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredient	Amount	Substitute
Unsalted butter	1 cup	Coconut oil (for dairy-free)
Sugar	1 cup	Coconut sugar or maple syrup
Brown sugar	½ cup	Coconut sugar
Eggs	4	Flaxseed meal (4 tbsp + 12 tbsp water) for eggless
Vanilla extract	1 tsp	Almond extract
All-purpose flour	1 cup	Gluten-free flour or oat flour
Cocoa powder	¾ cup	Unsweetened cocoa
Baking powder	½ tsp	Baking soda (slightly less, ¼ tsp)
Salt	½ tsp	Sea salt

How To Make a Classic Fudgy Brownie?

Step 1 – Prep the pan

First things first, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Note: Leave a little extra paper hanging over the sides so you can lift the brownie out easily.

Step 2 – Mix Wet Ingredients

Now, melt the butter and let it cool down. Then, take a bowl and pour it. Now, pour the brown sugar and sugar and whisk them properly. After sugar is smooth, beat in the eggs(one at a time), then add vanilla and mix it.

Step 3- Add Dry Ingredients

After that, sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold. After everything is together, stop mixing. 

Note: Don’t overmix. It can make brownie cakey instead of fudgy. 

Step 4- Bake

Now it’s time to bake. Pour the mixture and spread it evenly. Bake for 25 minutes. 

Note: If you like extra chocolate, you can add some chocolate chips here. Use a toothpick to check it. 

Step 5- Cool & Serve

Before serving, let it cool completely. Then lift them out using extra parchment. Now, cut them into 9 fudgy squares. 

Marshmallow Brownie

This version of brownie makes a fun dessert for family or parties without complicated steps.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredient	Amount	Substitute
Unsalted butter	1 cup	Coconut oil
Sugar	1 cup	Coconut sugar
Brown sugar	½ cup	Maple syrup
Eggs	4	Flaxseed meal (4 tbsp + 12 tbsp water)
Vanilla extract	1 tsp	Almond extract
All-purpose flour	1 cup	Gluten-free flour or oat flour
Cocoa powder	¾ cup	Unsweetened cocoa
Baking powder	½ tsp	Baking soda (¼ tsp)
Salt	½ tsp	Sea salt
Mini marshmallows	1 cup	Vegan marshmallows
Chocolate chips	½ cup	Dairy-free chocolate chips

How To Make Marshmallow Brownie?

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Mix melted butter with sugar and brown sugar until smooth.

Step 3

Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla extract.

Step 4

Fold in flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Step 5

Pour half the batter into the pan. Sprinkle mini marshmallows evenly on top. Cover with the remaining batter.

Step 6

Bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm for gooey brownie desserts.

Eggless Healthy Brownie

These brownies are perfect when I want indulgence with better-for-you ingredients.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredient	Amount	Substitute
Coconut oil	½ cup	Unsalted butter
Coconut sugar	¾ cup	Maple syrup or regular sugar
Mashed banana	1 cup	Flaxseed meal (4 tbsp + 12 tbsp water)
Vanilla extract	1 tsp	Almond extract
Whole wheat flour	1 cup	Oat flour or gluten-free flour
Cocoa powder	¾ cup	Unsweetened cocoa
Baking powder	½ tsp	Baking soda (¼ tsp)
Salt	½ tsp	Sea salt
Dark chocolate chips	½ cup	Dairy-free chocolate chips

How To Make?

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: Then mix coconut oil with coconut sugar and mashed banana until smooth.

Step 3: After that, add vanilla extract and stir until combined.

Step 4: Now sift in flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Fold gently to form a smooth batter.

Step 5: Then pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top if desired.

Step 6: Bake for 28-32 minutes. Cool before slicing. Serve.

Serving Suggestion

1. I always serve brownies warm. It goes amazingly with ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. 
2. To make it presentable, sprinkle powdered sugar or fresh berries. 

Pro Tips for Perfect Brownies

• Roast the pan halfway. It will ensure even cooking. 
• Before slicing, let the brownie cool completely. It will give you neat and fudgy squares.
• Always preheat the oven to avoid uneven cooking.
• Use parchment paper to make things clean and simple.

Final Thoughts

Brownies are the heart of any American dessert lover. It has evolved from plain chocolate squares to a flexible dessert. You‘ve full right to customise your own version of brownie nowadays. 

Now, you do not need to run through a shop to buy a brownie for kids. You can make it at home with healthy ingredients, also simple and delicious.

FAQS

Can Brownies Be Made Without Eggs?

Yes! Brownies can be made without eggs. You can use mashed bananas, apple sauce, yogurt, or flaxseed instead of an egg.

Can I put bananas in brownie mix?

Absolutely. As a replacement for eggs and a natural sweetener, you may add bananas to brownies.  

How Do You Know Brownies Are Done?

Brownies are ready when the edges look set. To check it, insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs, it’s ready (not wet batter).