Description
These fudgy healthy vegan brownies feature rich dairy-free dark chocolate, vegan condensed milk, and coconut sugar for a moist, guilt-free treat. Made entirely without animal products, these brownies are dense yet gooey with a perfect balance of sweetness and intense chocolate flavor. They are baked to perfection in a simple oven-baked method, making them an ideal vegan dessert or snack for chocolate lovers seeking an indulgent but wholesome option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 180g dairy-free dark chocolate (85% cocoa or above)
- 60g vegan condensed milk
- 160g dairy-free butter
- Optional: flaked or sea salt to taste
Wet Ingredients
- 70ml dairy-free milk (unsweetened)
- 180g coconut sugar
- 100g dairy-free plain or vanilla yogurt (low sugar option)
Dry Ingredients
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 60g dark cocoa powder
Additional
- 100g dairy-free dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the tin: Preheat your oven to 180°C fan. Line a 9 x 9 inch square baking tin with greaseproof paper, allowing the paper to hang over the sides to make removing the finished brownie easier.
- Melt chocolate mixture: In a small saucepan over low heat on the hob, gently melt together the dairy-free dark chocolate, vegan condensed milk, and dairy-free butter. Stir until smooth and glossy. Add a pinch of flaked or sea salt if using, for enhanced flavor.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened dairy-free milk, coconut sugar, and dairy-free yogurt until well combined and smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Add the dark cocoa powder and all-purpose flour. Gently fold the mixture until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can cause the brownies to become dense.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in the dairy-free dark chocolate chips if using, for extra chocolatey texture and flavor.
- Transfer to tin: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking tin and spread it evenly using the back of a spoon or an offset spatula.
- Bake: Place the tin in the middle of the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a skewer or toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. Due to the rich chocolate, the brownies may be slightly gooey in the middle, which is normal.
- Cool and serve: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before lifting them out of the tin using the overhanging paper. Cut into squares.
- Optional finishing touch: Serve with an extra sprinkle of flaked salt if desired and enjoy your fudgy vegan brownies!
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense brownies; fold ingredients just until combined.
- Using high-percentage dark chocolate (85% or above) ensures robust chocolate flavor without excessive sweetness.
- You can substitute the dairy-free yogurt with a plant-based alternative like coconut or soy yogurt for variation.
- Flaked or sea salt enhances the chocolate flavor but is optional.
- These brownies keep well stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a suitable gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Keywords: vegan brownies, fudgy brownies, healthy vegan dessert, dairy-free brownies, chocolate dessert, plant-based brownies
