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The Best Eggless Brownie Recipe

The Best Eggless Brownie Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Rich and fudgy brownies made without eggs but still perfectly moist and chocolatey! These easy brownies have a crackly top and dense, chewy center that everyone will love. No one will guess they're egg-free!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 225
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup hot water
  • Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Sifter or fine-mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 8x8 inch pan with parchment.
  2. Mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Combine oil, milk, vanilla, and applesauce in another bowl.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry. Add hot water. Mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips.
  6. Pour into pan. Bake 30-35 minutes until set.
  7. Cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 125mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gCalcium: 45mgIron: 1.8mg

Notes

  • Don't overmix batter
  • Check doneness with toothpick
  • Cool before cutting
  • Store in airtight container up to 5 days

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