Imagine sinking your teeth into the most rich, fudgy, and intensely chocolatey brownies - without a single trace of flour! These flourless chocolate brownies are the ultimate guilty pleasure that will make chocolate lovers weak in the knees. Whether you're gluten-sensitive, watching your wheat intake, or simply craving the most decadent dessert possible, this recipe is about to become your new obsession. Prepare for a chocolate experience that's so sinfully delicious, you won't believe it's actually possible to create such magic with just a few simple ingredients!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the brownies.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and dark chocolate chips together over low heat. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and the slightly cooled chocolate mixture. Mix well until the sugar is fully incorporated.
- Add the three large eggs to the chocolate mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Ensure that the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, followed by the cocoa powder. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake, as the brownies will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.
- Once baked, remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the brownies are completely cool, you can serve them as is or dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Enjoy your delicious flourless brownies with chocolate meringue!
Tips
- Use high-quality dark chocolate chips for the most intense chocolate flavor. The better the chocolate, the more amazing your brownies will taste.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter - this can lead to tough brownies. Mix just until ingredients are combined for that perfect, fudgy texture.
- Watch your baking time carefully! These brownies can go from perfectly fudgy to overdone quickly. The toothpick test is crucial - you want a few moist crumbs, not a completely clean toothpick.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting. This helps them set and makes for cleaner, more precise cuts.
- For an extra touch of elegance, try dusting with powdered sugar or adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- These brownies store beautifully in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days, making them perfect for make-ahead desserts.
- For an extra indulgent twist, serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 65mg
