If you’re craving a brownie that’s rich in chocolate flavor but lighter in texture, this recipe is for you. These gluten-free brownies bake up more like a moist, tender cake than a dense, chewy bar, making them perfect for those who prefer a fluffier bite. Simple ingredients and easy steps mean you’ll have a decadent treat that everyone—gluten-free or not—will love.
Ingredients
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar (optional)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp instant coffee granules (dissolved in ½ Tbsp hot water)
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup Eban's gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
2 Tbsp milk
(Optional: ¼–⅓ cup chocolate chips or nuts)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment.
In a bowl, whisk butter, sugar(s), eggs, vanilla, milk, and dissolved coffee until smooth. - Sift together cocoa, flour blend, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spread batter in the pan and bake for 25–28 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Cool before slicing.