Description
These fudgy oat flour brownies are a deliciously rich and chocolaty treat made with wholesome oat flour and cocoa powder. They offer a moist, dense texture with optional bursts of chocolate chips and fresh raspberries for added flavor and variety. Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free dessert packed with fudgy goodness, these brownies bake up easily in a standard oven and make 16 satisfying servings.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup raspberries (fresh)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the brownies.
- Prepare the baking pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes it easy to lift the brownies out once baked.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, almond butter, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually whisk in the oat flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth without lumps.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Add raspberries (optional): If using raspberries, decide whether to mix some into the batter or add them only on top. For mixing in, gently fold about 1/4 cup of halved raspberries to avoid making the batter too mushy.
- Transfer batter to pan: Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Top with remaining add-ins: Scatter the remaining raspberries and extra chocolate chips on top of the batter to enhance flavor and texture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 38 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Baking time may vary slightly if raspberries are included due to added moisture.
- Check texture: For fudgier brownies, reduce baking time slightly; for more set brownies, bake longer.
- Cool: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper and place on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice the brownies into 16 squares and enjoy your rich, fudgy, and wholesome treat!
Notes
- Almond butter adds richness and moisture; you can substitute with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter if preferred.
- Use regular granulated sugar, or experiment with coconut sugar for a deeper flavor.
- Milk can be dairy or any plant-based alternative like almond or oat milk.
- Oat flour can be made at home by grinding rolled oats in a food processor.
- If you want extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake and let them cool completely before cutting.
- Fresh raspberries add moisture and tartness; avoid using frozen as they may make the batter too wet.
- Chocolate chips are optional but highly recommended for bursts of chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-38 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American