Flourless Brownies - Award Winning Recipe! - The Big Man's World ® (2024)

These flourless brownies are BETTER than any boxed mix out there and require just 6 simple ingredients. No flour, no butter, and no grains, they are gooey, fudgy, and have those gorgeous crinkly tops.

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Flourless Brownies

It’s no secret that I love a good brownie. I’ve made vegan brownies and protein brownies, and now these flourless brownies.

Why this flourless brownie recipe will be your new go-to dessert-

  • No flour OR grains. Not only is this a flourless dessert, but it is also completely grain free!
  • 6 Ingredients. Count the ingredients and you’ll love that there are just 6 of them. No weird or hard to find ingredients either!
  • Crinkly tops and chewy edges. Provided you use white or brown sugar, you’ll be guaranteed the crinkly tops and chewy edges that should be mandatory for all brownies.
  • ONE BOWL! Just a small saucepan to mix everything together and that’s it… not even a mixing bowl.

Like flourless brownie bites, the texture of these brownies is gooey and fudgy in the middle and has crinkle tops. They are sweet and oozing with chocolate, and if you use coconut oil, there is NO coconut oil flavor whatsoever!

I had some friends over for coffee the other day and served them these brownies and every single one of them said they were BETTER than any boxed mix out there!

How do you make flourless brownies?

The Ingredients

  • Coconut oil OR butter– The best kind of oil for using in desserts, you can use refined coconut oil or unrefined coconut oil. Use the refined kind to ensure there is NO coconut flavor. You can also use butter if you don’t follow a dairy-free diet.
  • Baking chocolate OR chocolate chips– Either baking chocolate or chocolate chips work. I prefer using baker’s chocolate, as it melts better than chocolate chips. Be sure to use a good quality chocolate bar.
  • Sugar– White sugar is preferred, but brown sugar or coconut sugar can also be used.
  • Eggs– Room temperature eggs are a must!
  • Cocoa Powder– Be sure to use unsweetened cocoa powder (cocoa powder without added sugar). I recommend using a high-quality cocoa powder, to really enhance the chocolate fudge flavor.
  • Arrowroot powder– To give stability to the brownie, as it has no baking powder or baking soda. You can substitute this for cornstarch or tapioca flour.

The Instructions

Start by adding the coconut oil and chocolate into a small saucepan and place it over medium heat. Once the chocolate begins to melt, remove it from the heat and whisk it together with the coconut oil until combined. Next, add the sugar and whisk until combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, and continue mixing. Add the cocoa powder and arrowroot powder and whisk very well, until the batter is no longer grainy.

Now, transferthe brownie batter into the lined pan and bake for 26-28 minutes, or until a skewer comes out ‘just’ clean from the center. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan completely, before removing and slicing.

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Tips to make the best flourless brownie recipe

  • Do not substitute the ingredients unless specifically stated. This yields the perfect texture (chewy, fudgy, and crinkly tops), provided you use the exact ingredients.
  • For extra gooey brownies, check up on them around the 25-minute mark and if the edges are done, they can be removed from the oven. They continue to cook as they are cooling down.
  • If you are a fan of cakey and chewier brownies, remove them from the oven around the 30-32 minute mark (and when the brownies puff up in the center).

Storing and freezing flourless chocolate brownies

  • To store: Brownies will keep at room temperature, covered, for up to 3 days. If you’d like the brownies to keep longer (and be extra chewy!), store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • To freeze: Place leftovers in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. Let them thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying them.
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More flourless desserts to try

  • Banana bread
  • Chocolate cake
  • Cookies
  • Zucchini chocolate cake
  • Peanut butter cookies

Frequently asked questions

Are flourless brownies gluten-free?

It depends on which recipe you are making, but this recipe is 100% gluten-free. As it uses no flour and no other ingredients containing gluten, it is a safe dessert for celiacs.

Are flourless brownies healthier than normal brownies?

It’s often assumed that flourless brownies, or flourless desserts, in general, are healthier than their counterpart. This isn’t always the case. To compensate for no flour, many flourless recipes tend to use extra butter, sugar, oils, and fats instead.
My recipe is generally healthier than traditional brownies, without compromising on taste. If you’d like healthier ones, try healthy flourless brownies.

How many carbs are in a flourless brownie?

If you use arefined sugar free sweetener, like coconut palm sugar, each brownie yields15 carbs and 10 net carbs.
If you’d like a lower carb brownie, try keto brownies.

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Flourless Brownies

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These flourless brownies are made in one bowl and need just 6 ingredients! No flour or grains needed, they have chewy edges, gooey middles, and crinkle tops!

Servings: 9 servings

Prep: 10 minutes mins

Cook: 20 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter
  • 1 cup chocolate chopped * See notes
  • 3/4 cup Sugar ** See notes
  • 2 large eggs *** See notes for vegan substitutes
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoon arrowroot powder can substitute for corn starch or tapioca starch

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line an 8 x 8 pan with parchment paper or tin foil, with some overlay for easy removal. Grease it lightly and set aside.

  • In a microwave safe bowl or stovetop, combine your chopped chocolate with coconut oil and melt together. Once just combined, remove from the heat.

  • Add the sugar of choice and whisk into the chocolate mixture. Then, add the eggs one at a time, and whisk in. Add your cocoa powder and arrowroot powder and whisk VERY well, until the batter is no longer grainy and smooth.

  • Transfer the brownie batter to the lined baking tray. Bake the brownies for 20-25 minutes, or until the centre just comes out clean. Do not over bake.

  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan completely. Once cool, slice into 9 pieces.

Notes

Do not over bake- Brownies may not look ‘cooked’ but once cooled, they will firm up.
Brownies can be kept for up to 5 days in the fridge and are freezer friendly.

* I used a semi sweet chocolate bar (78% cocoa content). Be sure the chocolate bar is finely chopped

** White sugar or coconut palm sugar works best. To keep it sugar-free, use allulose.

*** To substitute the eggs, use egg replacer- NOT flax eggs or chia eggs.

TO STORE: Brownies will keep at room temperature, covered, for up to 3 days. If you’d like the brownies to keep longer (and be extra chewy!), store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

TO FREEZE: Place leftovers in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. Let them thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 155mgFiber: 3gVitamin A: 60IUCalcium: 23mgIron: 3mgNET CARBS: 4g

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Author: Arman Liew

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FAQs

What happens if you add too much flour to brownies? ›

Too much flour? Go back to your edges - if they're not burnt, look a good colour (similar to the centre) but the brownie is too cakey and dry throughout, the recipe probably included too much flour.

What happens if you use less flour in brownies? ›

It depends on how much less. If we're talking half a cup less, they'll probably end up really sticky. If you don't use enough flour, they won't harden up at all.

What are vegan brownies made of? ›

Vegan Brownie Ingredients

Cocoa powder: You'll need ¾ cups of good-quality unsweetened cocoa powder. Baking powder: Baking powder acts as a leavener, which means it helps the vegan brownies rise. Salt: Salt enhances the overall flavor of the brownies, but it won't make them taste salty.

Can a brownie be healthy? ›

Since brownies are not nutritionally dense, they are not usually regarded as a healthy food. However, brownies do have some health benefits that might be surprising due to their chocolate content. Chocolate is a source of antioxidants and has been found to help lower blood pressure and increase good cholesterol levels.

What happens if you use baking soda instead of baking powder in brownies? ›

If you accidentally add baking soda instead of baking powder to baked goods, they won't rise because there is not enough acid. To fix this, add about one tablespoon of white or apple cider vinegar for every half teaspoon of baking soda to the liquids before mixing with the dry ingredients.

Can I replace all purpose flour with almond flour in brownies? ›

You'll do best to substitute 1:1 to begin with, as many recipes respond well to this direct replacement. But be prepared to add more almond flour as you go to compensate for the wetter batter. You'll also want to keep a few extra egg whites handy if you want to ensure that your bake doesn't fall apart.

What type of flour is best to use for brownies? ›

The Best Flour for Making Brownies

Cake flour has a low protein at 6-8%, which is not enough to hold the batter together and will result in a flaky mess. Bread flour on the other hand has too much protein at 12-15 % for this recipe, creating a thick hard chocolate bar. So, all purpose flour is the winner!

What happens if you put extra butter in brownies? ›

Adding Too Much Fat to the Recipe

Whether you use butter, margarine, or vegetable oil, putting too much in your brownie batter causes it to be greasy. Don't worry, you're not alone. Many people fall into this trap when trying to substitute butter with oil.

What happens if you don't put enough butter in brownies? ›

I didn't use enough butter in this batch and it muted the flavor of the brownies. I thought less butter would have made these brownies less mushy than their counterparts, but they were just as soft in the center and held onto their chewy edges.

Can you replace eggs with milk in brownies? ›

You can use 4 tablespoons of milk, ¼ cup of mashed banana or ¼ cup of unsweetened apple sauce in place of each egg required in a box brownie mix.

Can vegans eat egg? ›

A vegan diet includes only plant foods—fruits, vegetables, beans, grains, nuts, and seeds. People who follow a vegan diet don't eat any animal foods, including dairy, eggs, and honey.

How many brownies can you eat in a day? ›

Eating one brownie every day could fit into your discretionary calorie category. As long as you stick to only one, or maybe one-half of a brownie each day (though that can take a lot of willpower), the damage done by the brownies should be negligible.

What is unhealthy in brownies? ›

If you want to eat brownies all day, you probably a) really like brownies and b) feel like you are not allowed to eat brownies. Brownies are considered by most people to be “unhealthy” because they are high in sugar, fat, and calories.

What does brownies do to your body? ›

Brownies are a great source of protein and fiber, which helps you feel full longer. Protein also works as an appetite suppressant, so you won't be as tempted to snack on unhealthy foods later on in the day. There are so many reasons why adding brownies to your diet is a great idea. First of all, they're delicious!

What happens when you add too much flour? ›

Too much flour will render your dough too hard to knead and when you bake it you will have a baked brick. Too much flour results in a dry, crumbly dough that's unpleasant and difficult to work with. It doesn't stick to itself and tends to fall apart when kneaded.

What happens if you bake with too much flour? ›

When there's too much flour and not enough liquid, the whole rising process is thrown off. The dryness of the dough will prevent the yeast or another rising agent from activating properly, leading to a stunted rise (or it may not rise at all). The resulting loaf will be dense as well as dry.

What to do if you put too much flour in something? ›

One way is to add in some extra fat, such as more butter or even an extra egg yolk (which contains fat) — this will make the dough easy to work with again. Another way to fix the problem is to add in a bit of extra liquid, such as milk or water, which will help get the dough back to the consistency it needs to be.

What does too much flour do to a recipe? ›

recipes to be dry or dense! Here's the proper way to. measure flour for your recipes!

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