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Easy Gluten Free Brownies

These easy gluten free brownies are incredibly fudgy, rich, and made with simple pantry ingredients. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re the perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 195
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter or dairy free alternative
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup gluten free all purpose flour with xanthan gum
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional, use dairy free if needed

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, melt butter in the microwave or on the stove. Let cool slightly.
  3. Whisk sugar into the melted butter until combined.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Sift cocoa powder, gluten free flour, salt, and baking powder into the bowl. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For a dairy free version, use coconut oil or dairy free butter. To make them extra fudgy, slightly underbake. These brownies also freeze well for up to 3 months.