Gluten Free Brownie Recipe (The BEST) (2024)

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This is the BEST gluten free brownie recipe ever! With three layers of decadent, delicious goodness, you can’t go wrong with this recipe.Gluten Free Brownie Recipe (The BEST) (1)

Gluten Free Brownie Recipe

I think any gluten free brownies should be dense, moist and perfectly balanced between fudge and cake. That’s why it is called something different, a brownie. These brownies are just the right balance. They are chewy, gooey and oh so decadent. Just like our lunch lady brownies recipe.

I personally love the added flavor of cool peppermint in the filling and the rich chocolate frosting. It takes the depth of these brownies to an insanely delicious new level!

What you need to make gluten-free brownies

  • Gluten-Free All Purpose Flour with Xanthan Gum

I highly recommend using a high quality gluten-free flour with xanthan gum. The two I recommend are Cup4Cup or King Arthur Gluten-Free Flour. Both for fantastic in recipes and are also very cost effective, especially when you use Subscribe and Save.

  • Almond Flour

Almond flour is a really popular choice right in baked goods because it’s low in carbs while still giving binding power to dishes. It also crisps and browns like wheat flour which is why we use it in this recipe.

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It can also be used to bind meatballs and gluten free crab cakes just like breadcrumbs, and makes fabulousgluten-free pancakes.

  • Cocoa Powder

According to my friend Karalynne of Just Ingredients, good cocoa powder is full of polyphenols or naturally occurring antioxidants. They are also chocked full of flavanols which is a type of phytonutrients known for lowering blood pressure, improving cholesterol and nitric oxide levels.

  • Real Salt

Many salts contain anti-caking agents and even dextrose (sugar). Others have been heat processed and stripped of their natural trace minerals. Real Salt® brand sea salt on the other hand, is unrefined and full of natural minerals and flavor – the way salt was meant to be savored.

  • Sugar

While any sugar will work, I highly recommend an organic sugar that hasn’t been as processed. You can try honey if you prefer as well.

  • Eggs

Eggs are a wonderful source of protein and good fat. I literally have to have two things in my kitchen at all times, eggs and butter. While farm fresh or organic are the best, any eggs will work great here.

  • Coconut Oil

Coconut oil gives baked goods an amazing flavor and texture. It s also very nutritious; try replacing oils in other recipes with coconut oil.

  • Powdered Sugar

  • Butter

  • Milk

  • Peppermint Oil or Extract

  • Chocolate Chips

How to make them

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
  • Using a stand mixer, cream together sugar and coconut oil then mix eggs in one at a time
  • Combine all remaining dry ingredients together except cocoa powder
  • Add to the area, mixture and combine well
  • Add the cocoa powder then mix again and let sit for 5-10 minutes
  • Pour batter into a greased 8×8 baking pan
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes
  • Combine filling ingredients and mix until smooth and creamy

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  • Spread filling mixture over cooled brownies and refrigerate for a few minutes to set while making chocolate topping
  • In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter
  • When completely melted, add mint extract and whisk
  • Let the chocolate cool for 30 minutes until barely warmed then spread over the brownies and filling
  • Chill thoroughly before cutting into squares

Dairy free brownies

These are very easy to make dairy-free by simply using Earth Balance butter sticks in place of butter, dairy-free milk and dairy-free chocolate.

These healthy microwave brownies are also a great option that are dairy free, grain free and paleo. And my friend Erin has classic gluten-free brownies that are awesome!

How do you store leftovers?

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They are best served nice and cold with a tall glass of milk (or dairy-free milk).

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I think any gluten free brownies should be dense, moist and perfectly balanced between fudge and cake. That's why it is called something different, a brownie. These brownies are just the right balance. They are chewy, gooey and oh so decadent!

I personally love the added flavor of cool peppermint in the filling and the rich chocolate frosting. It takes the depth of these brownies to an insanely delicious new level!

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 30 minutes mins

15 minutes mins

Total Time: 55 minutes mins

Course: Sweet Treats

Cuisine: American

Keyword: brownies, gluten-free, peppermint

Servings: 12 bars

Calories: 653kcal

Ingredients

  • Batter
  • 1/2 C coconut oil
  • 2 C sugar
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 C gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 C almond flour
  • 1/2 C cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1/8 tsp Real Salt
  • Filling
  • 2 C powdered sugar
  • 1/2 C butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 3 drops peppermint oil
  • Topping
  • 2 C chocolate chips
  • 8 tbsp butter
  • 2-3 drops peppermint oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees

  • Using a stand mixer, cream together sugar and coconut oil then mix eggs in one at a time

  • Combine all remaining dry ingredients together except cocoa powder

  • Add to the area, mixture and combine well

  • Add the cocoa powder then mix again and let sit for 5-10 minutes

  • Pour batter into a greased 8x8 baking pan

  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes

  • Combine filling ingredients and mix until smooth and creamy

  • Spread filling mixture over cooled brownies and refrigerate for a few minutes to set while making chocolate topping

  • In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter

  • When completely melted, add mint extract and whisk

  • Let the chocolate cool for 30 minutes until barely warmed then spread over the brownies and filling

  • Chill thoroughly before cutting into squares

Notes

These are very easy to make dairy-free by simply using Earth Balance butter sticks in place of butter, dairy-free milk and dairy-free chocolate.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They are best served nice and cold with a tall glass of milk (or dairy-free milk).

Nutrition

Serving: 1bars | Calories: 653kcal | Carbohydrates: 84g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 72g | Vitamin A: 636IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg

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  1. Alex says

    Gluten Free Brownie Recipe (The BEST) (7)
    Adding frosting to brownies is a game changer. Don’t get me wrong, brownies on their own are great. But adding frosting. Chefs kiss. These brownies are fantastic and have become my guilty pleasure.

    Reply

  2. Melissa Steiner says

    This recipe looks amazing! Could you delineate which ingredients are for each section – brownies, filling, topping? Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

    • Chandice says

      Absolutely! I will do that right now. 🙂

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FAQs

What are the ingredients in gluten free brownie mix? ›

Ingredients: Sugar, Chocolate Chips (sugar, chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, soy lecithin, natural flavor), Rice Flour, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Potato Starch, Corn Starch, Canola Oil, Salt, Xanthan Gum.

Are gluten free brownies healthier than regular brownies? ›

If you are trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle, then gluten-free brownies are the more conscious choice. As they're often made with almond flour, or other alternative flours, they're generally higher in nutrients and lower on the glycemic index, like I mentioned above.

Can you skip the egg in brownie mix? ›

A simple combination of water, baking powder, and vegetable oil mimics eggs almost to a T. It's a great option for cookies, quick breads, and brownies.

Why is egg and butter important when making brownies? ›

They emulsify the dry ingredients

Adding egg yolk to brownies helps the dry ingredients combine with the butter or shortening. You can thank them for the creamy texture of your brownie batter.

What are the key ingredients for gluten free baking? ›

When all-purpose flour won't cut it, stock your pantry with additional gluten free flours, like oat flour, nut flours, bean flours, even powdered dry milk and others. You'll also need binders, like xanthan gum or psyllium husk, to adjust the structure in what you're baking.

Can you substitute gluten free flour for regular flour in brownies? ›

In baked goods that rely more on other ingredients than on flour, like fudgy brownies and angel food cake, the swap is barely noticeable.

Why are my gluten free brownies dry? ›

Any gluten free flour blend should work, just be sure it contains xanthan gum. Why did my brownies turn out dry? The number one reason that brownies turn out dry is that too much flour is added to the batter. For best results, measure the flour using a digital kitchen scale.

Does Cool Whip have gluten in it? ›

YES, Cool Whip is gluten-free!

Although it does not carry a gluten-free certification on the label, Cool Whip doesn't contain any sources of gluten. In addition, Kraft Heinz states that cross-contamination with gluten has not occurred during the manufacturing of Cool Whip products.

Why are my gluten free brownies crumbly? ›

The best way to avoid your gluten free brownies from being dry or crumbly is by not over-baking them. Over-baked brownies will be cake-like and lose their fudgy centre. Also, try not to over-measure your dry ingredients, like your flour and cocoa powder. Too much flour will also make your brownies dry.

What is a substitute for 2 eggs in brownies? ›

You can whisk 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons of water and 2 teaspoons of baking powder together to replace each egg in baked goods like cookies, brownies or quick breads. This substitution won't impact a recipes' flavor profile the way egg substitutions like mashed banana or flaxseed might.

Can I use mayo instead of eggs? ›

Mayonnaise. Eggs are a key ingredient in mayonnaise, so it makes sense that it can be a perfect substitute when you're out of eggs. Use 3 tablespoons of mayo as an egg substitute.

What can I substitute for 1 egg in brownie mix? ›

Egg Substitutions That Worked
  1. ¼ cup yogurt: I used 2 percent plain Greek yogurt. I was wowed. ...
  2. ¼ cup applesauce: The texture of the brownies wasn't compromised. The apple flavor was muted by the brownies. ...
  3. 3 tablespoons mayonnaise: These brownies came out moist and tender.
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Which sugar is best for brownies? ›

Using caster sugar in brownies also helps to get a super crinkly top. Caster sugar has a smaller grain size than granulated sugar, so it dissolves better in the egg mixture, to give that nice crinkly top. If you only have granulated sugar on hand it will still work fine particularly if you are in the US.

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.

Do brownies taste better with oil or butter? ›

Oil Brownies: These were chewier with crunchier edges and a crunchier topping. They were more matte on top with a far less crinkly shiny brownie 'skin. ' They tasted more like box mix brownies. Butter Brownies: These were much fudgier, softer, and had a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

What is gluten-free cake mix made of? ›

Ingredients: Sugar, Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Canola Oil, Corn Starch, Leavening (baking soda, sodium aluminum sulfate, monocalcium phosphate), Salt, Xanthan Gum.

What are the ingredients in brownie mix? ›

Ingredients: Sugar, Enriched Flour Bleached (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Palm Oil, Corn Syrup. Contains 2% or less of: Corn Starch, Salt, Canola Oil, Carob Powder, Artificial Flavor.

Does Betty Crocker gluten free brownies contain dairy? ›

INGREDIENTS: Sugar, Chocolate Chips (sugar, chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, milkfat, soy lecithin, artificial flavor), Rice Flour, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Potato Starch, Corn Starch, Canola Oil, Salt, Xanthan Gum. CERTIFIED GLUTEN-FREE: No. CONTAINS STATEMENT: Contains milk and soy ingredients.

What ingredients are not gluten-free? ›

Avoid all products with wheat, rye, barley, malt, or triticale in the ingredient label. Even if a packaged food product is labeled "gluten-free," you should check for these ingredients as mistakes in labeling can happen. The only exception for this is wheat starch.

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