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Fudgy Dairy-Free Brownies (Oil-Free and Gluten-Free)

Published: Mar 29, 2020 · Modified: Dec 12, 2022 by Janelle Hama

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Seriously the best fudgy dairy free brownies, that are also oil-free and gluten-free. Made with sweet potato, maple syrup, and cacao. A healthier treat for the whole family to enjoy.

a stack of three brownies with baking paper in between each one
The best oil-free, gluten-free, dairy free brownies

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  • 😋Why You’ll Love This Recipe
  • ✔️Ingredients You’ll Need
  • 🍫How To Make Dairy Free Brownies
  • ⭐ Pro Tips 
  • 🍫Variations
  • ❓FAQ
  • ☕Serving Suggestions
  • 🧁Related Recipes
  • Fudgy Dairy Free Brownies (Vegan and Gluten Free)

😋Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Albeit these are oil free brownies, they are super moist, fudgy and the right amount of chocolateyness.
  • A naturally sweetened vegan dessert
  • Ticks a few free-from boxes - dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar free, corn free, nut free, soy free and oil free.
  • A crowd-winning dessert - seriously everyone will be eating these!
  • Healthier - hidden veggies are always a bonus!

✔️Ingredients You’ll Need

all the ingredients laid out to make dairy free gluten free brownies

The full list of ingredients, quantities and cooking methods can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Sweet potato puree is easily made by either boiling or steaming orange sweet potato. 

Once they are cooked through, remove the skin and mash them with a fork or puree them in a food processor. Do not leave any lumps.

Maple syrup - use a good grade and organic syrup.

Tahini is a sesame paste, now generally found at any supermarket or your local ethnic grocer, e.g., Middle Eastern.

Pure vanilla extract helps to boost the choc flavor.

Sorghum flour is a gluten-free flour that is great for baking. It’s usually found in your gluten-free aisle or online. Sorghum is an ancient grain boasting a good amount of nutrients.

Cacao powder is used rather than cocoa powder. The difference is that cacao is generally 100% cocoa bean, whereas, cocoa powder has added ingredients (e.g., sweeteners). You may want to check this depending on the country you are in. I also use this ingredient in my ultra decadent vegan chocolate muffins.

This recipe was inspired by Broma Bakery.

🍫How To Make Dairy Free Brownies

dry ingredients in a glass bowl

Step 1

combined dry ingredients in a glass bowl

Step 1

Step 1 - In a large mixing bowl combine all the dry ingredients. Ensure everything has combined evenly.

Step 2 - Add in all wet ingredients and fold together until a sticky batter comes together. If you mashed your sweet potato with a fork, there may be chunks, smooth these out with a fork whilst mixing it through the batter. 

adding wet ingredients to dry ingredients in a glass bowl

Step 2

combining all the ingredients in a glass bowl with a black spatula

Step 2

I don’t mind a little bit of chunk here and there.

Step 3 - Line a (20cmx20cm) 8”x8” baking pan with parchment paper. Place batter into the lined tray/pan and spread out evenly using a spatula. Bake in a preheated 180C (356F) oven on the middle rack, for 30 minutes. Allow too cool. Enjoy.

spread the batter with a black spatula into a glass pan

⭐ Pro Tips 

Prepare the sweet potato puree prior. I like to have this ready in the fridge, so when it comes to making these sweet potato brownies, I can just focus on mixing the ingredients together.

I fluffed, scooped and leveled the measuring cup to measure the sorghum flour.

The batter is on the thicker side, use the back of a spoon or a spatula to even out the batter in the tray. Evening out the batter will make sure that these dairy-free brownies bake evenly.

When the dairy free brownies are taken out of the oven, the tops will look a little dry. As they cool down, they will become shiny and moist on top. Trust me these gf brownies are so moist!

Tahini in this recipe is best used when it hasn’t hardened.

four squares of brownies on baking paper with flour and cocao powder on the side

🍫Variations

Additions such as chopped nuts, chopped berries or vegan chocolate pieces and be mixed through the batter prior to baking. 

Add a spoonful of instant coffee. This is great for adding depth in flavor. I personally love this.

8 squares of brownies laid on baking paper, one with a bite out of it

❓FAQ

How can I store my dairy free brownies?

Once they have cooled down, placed them into a sealed container, with a layer of parchment paper in between layers. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

☕Serving Suggestions

Enjoy these with a warm cup of tea, check out this list of fresh herbal teas or a glass of homemade cocoa oat milk, which the kids seem to love.

Speaking of kids, check out this list of vegan recipes for kids.

Or for a caffeine hit, try a delicious foam coffee.

3 brownies unevenly stacked on each other on a black wire rack

🧁Related Recipes

Another WFPB no oil gluten-free recipe to try is my vegan oatmeal pancakes.

Or try my easy eggless chocolate chip muffins (no oil too)

For a healthy raw treat, try my chocolate date balls, aka vegan truffles.

More healthy cacao snacks? Try these chocolate bliss balls

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a stack of three brownies with baking paper in between each one

Fudgy Dairy Free Brownies (Vegan and Gluten Free)

Seriously the best fudgy dairy free brownies that are also oil-free, gluten-free. Made with sweet potato, maple syrup and cacao. A healthier treat for the whole family to enjoy.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Author: Janelle Hama

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Sweet Potato Puree
  • ½ cup Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini heaping
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
  • ⅓ cup Sorghum flour
  • ¼ teaspoon Himalayan salt
  • ½ teaspoon Baking powder
  • ½ cup Cocao powder
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Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl combine all the dry ingredients.
    ⅓ cup Sorghum flour, ¼ teaspoon Himalayan salt, ½ teaspoon Baking powder, ½ cup Cocao powder
  • Add in all wet ingredients and fold together until a sticky batter comes together.
    1 cup Sweet Potato Puree, ½ cup Maple Syrup, 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract, 2 tablespoons Tahini
  • Line a 8"x8" baking pan with parchment paper. Place batter into the lined tray/pan and spread out evenly. Bake in a preheated 180C (356F) oven for 30 minutes. Allow to cool.

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Notes

Use pure cacao powder and not cocoa powder.
Avoid using hardened tahini.
Prepare the sweet potato puree prior, this can be made the day before if needed.
Fluff, scoop and level the measuring cup to measure the sorghum flour.
The batter is on the thicker side, use the back of a spoon or a spatula to even out the batter in the tray. Evening out the batter will make sure that these dairy-free brownies bake evenly.
Once  the dairy free brownies are taken out of the oven, the tops will look a little dry. As they cool down, they will become shiny and moist on top. 
 
 
You may also be interested in;
Decadent chocolate zucchini cake
No egg choc chip muffin
Chocolate persimmon vegan pudding
 
US cups and spoons measurements have been used. 1 cup is 240ml, 1 tablespoon 15ml, 1 teaspoon 5ml.

Equipment

1 20cmx20cm (8"x8") baking pan

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 5981IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg

N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.


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  1. Lily

    March 10, 2023 at 2:35 am

    5 stars
    These were hands down the best vegan brownies I have tried thus far. They are fudgy, sweet, chocolatey, and so easy to make!

    Reply
  2. Larissa

    December 10, 2022 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    Best vegan brownies we've ever had!! I used cocoa powder, wheat flour, and added chocolate chips. so rich, moist and fudgy! thank you so much for this recipe! I'll be making these again!

    Reply
    • Janelle Hama

      December 12, 2022 at 8:26 am

      Hi Larissa,

      I am thrilled for your comment! They are one of our favourites too! Enjoy!

      J

      Reply
  3. Elise

    August 18, 2022 at 1:52 pm

    5 stars
    I'm so bad (forgetful) about leaving recipe reviews, but I made a point to comment here.
    These are sooooooo friggin good!
    For my first try, I made a double batch, and used 1/4 cup less maple syrup than recipe called for. Perfect sweetness right there. We also used canned sweet potato because we were short on time, but needed brownies around. These taste so wonderful after spending a night in the fridge. They remind me of a healthy and richer Cosmic Brownie due to the fudginess. Will be making them over and over and over again.

    Reply
    • Janelle Hama

      August 18, 2022 at 3:32 pm

      Hey Elise, so great that you made the adjustments to suit your needs and tastes. I love the idea of putting them into the fridge, yum!!!
      I too can never get enough of these when I make them.

      Thank you for leaving a review - it means so much to me!!

      J

      Reply
  4. Leanna Claridge

    May 12, 2022 at 8:29 am

    Is it possible to use something different to sour sourgum flour? I'm not gluten free I just have no idea where to get it in the uk

    Thank you

    Reply
    • Janelle Hama

      May 12, 2022 at 8:39 am

      You should be able to use all purpose flour.

      Otherwise you can order sorghum flour from amazon

      Hope that helps 🙂

      J

      Reply
      • Leanna Claridge

        May 12, 2022 at 9:42 pm

        Thank you 👍

        Reply
  5. Leeanda

    March 24, 2022 at 5:51 pm

    5 stars
    holy sh1t these are good. I ate about 5 today.

    Reply
  6. Clancy

    March 23, 2022 at 4:42 am

    5 stars
    so much love for this fudgy recipe. we all fight for the last piece

    Reply
  7. Emily

    March 22, 2022 at 2:04 pm

    5 stars
    I love that these brownies are oil-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free. The kids couldn't believe there was sweet potato hidden in there 🙂

    Reply
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