Description
These fudgy vegan brownies made with applesauce are incredibly simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious. With a rich chocolate flavor, they’re the perfect treat for dessert lovers seeking a homemade option.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (118ml) vegetable oil
- 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- ½ cup (20g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 ounces (113g) unsweetened applesauce (about ½ cup)
- 2 ounces (57g) unsweetened chocolate, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups (186g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (Vegan ones, to keep it vegan)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil and granulated sugar. Stir in the vanilla, cocoa powder, and applesauce until well blended.
- Add the melted unsweetened chocolate and salt, mixing until smooth. Gradually stir in the flour and fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-28 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
- For presentation, you can sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.
Notes
Ensure to use vegan chocolate chips to maintain the vegan status of the brownies.
Allow the brownies to cool completely for easier cutting and serving.
Storing brownies in an airtight container keeps them fresh longer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg