Baked double chocolate almond flour brownies with a moist, chewy, fudgy interior! Once you sink your teeth through the crackly chocolate crumb, you won’t believe this gooey dessert is gluten free. Best of all, these grain-free brownies are easy to make at home in less than one hour following a few simple steps.

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Double Chocolate Almond Flour Brownies

If you have not jumped on the almond flour train yet, it’s time to get on board with this moist, chocolatey, grain-free brownie recipe! Just like many other gluten-free dessert bars and brownies shared on the site, this is a recipe that appeals to those with dietary restrictions or not.

Similar to any bakery-style traditional recipe, almond flour brownies made with cocoa powder have the same crackly top, chewy edges, and soft fudgy interior. Plus, this easy one-bowl recipe can be whipped up quickly when a craving strikes.

Using a combination of melted chocolate chips with cocoa powder makes this recipe stand out above the rest. Melted chocolate chips adds moisture and gooeyness without having to rely on pricey unsweetened chocolate. Chocolate chips are much more affordable and readily available.

Adding a small amount of cocoa powder also adds a hint of bitterness, balancing the sweetness from the chocolate chips. Also, since almond flour is denser and heavier, using unsweetened cocoa powder aerates the dry ingredients.

Tricking almond flour against its dense and heavy tendencies just happens to be my speciality. #justsaying 😎 You can take my word or check out some of my other go-to tricks on these fluffy almond flour pumpkin muffins and this winning carrot cake made with almond flour.

These brownies are insanely good. I am not usually a GF baker but I wanted to make something for my cousin with celiac disease. I actually think I prefer these to regular brownies!! 

—Alyssa

I made your recipe as written, using unrefined organic coconut sugar and Hu Gems (coconut sugar sweetened chocolate chips). THIS. RECIPE. IS. AMAZING. Out of ALL the gluten free brownies I’ve made (many many over the course of two years), This is incredible. THANK YOU!!!

—Joyce

Ingredient Tid Bits

The only speciality ingredient required for these one-bowl brownies is almond flour. It’s usually stocked in grocery store’s health or organic section or you can make your own in minutes using this easy homemade almond flour recipe.

  • Unsalted butter – I have not tested the recipe using coconut oil, but I don’t see there being an issue with substituting it to make these brownies dairy-free.
  • Semisweet chocolate chips – Also, for dairy-free brownies, non-dairy chips, like Enjoy LIfe, may be substituted.
  • Sugar – For an unrefined sweetener, use equal amount of coconut sugar.
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder – Use dutch-processed cocoa powder for a deeper, less acidic chocolate taste.
  • Baking powder – Typically brownies use baking soda, but since almond flour is heavier, a small amount of baking powder helps with lift.
  • Almond flour – Use blanched, preferably sifted, almond flour.

Let’s Make This Together!

(Below shows step-by-step photos and modified instructions. For the complete recipe, along with ingredient amounts, scroll down to the recipe card.)

It all happens in a saucepan.

Start by melting the butter with the chocolate chips in a large saucepan. Everything will mix together in this pot, so be sure it’s big enough to fit in the rest of the ingredients.

butter and chocolate chips melting.

Add the “secret” ingredient.

Okay, gotcha. It’s not the most ground-breaking ingredient, but hear me out. Even though there is plenty of chocolate flavor from the chocolate chips, adding cocoa powder helps absorb some of the oils and denseness from the almond flour. The result? Homemade brownies that anyone will have a hard time believing they are gluten-free.

cocoa powder and sugar added in the pot.

Stir in rest of ingredients and bake. Yep, it’s that easy.

Once the sugar and cocoa powder is mixed in, set the pot aside and let it cool for a few minutes. You don’t want the eggs to cook once they are added in.

Stir in the eggs and vanilla, then the remaining dry ingredients. The mixture will be pretty thick, but trust, they will be amazing! Spread in a greased 8X8-inch pan (metal pans are my preferred way to bake brownies) and bake for 30 minutes or until your kitchen smells like heaven and you can’t wait to dig in.

eggs added to the saucepan.
almond flour added to the pot.
overhead shot of a pan of unsliced brownies

Can I Use a Sugar-Free Sweetener?

I personally haven’t tested recipe using sugar free substitutes, but I have received reader’s comments saying they’ve adapted the recipe with success. Since the sweetener will contain less bulk than sugar, you will have to replace it with something else. Try adding a couple additional tablespoons of almond flour.

overhead shot of three almond flour brownies on a white plate

Some Next-Level Brownie Ideas

If you feel like taking a walk on the wild side and making these mouth-watering chocolate brownies even more amazing, try one of these fun additions:

  • Spread on a thick layer of fluffy buttercream frosting.  Sprinkle with dark chocolate chips or sprinkles for texture and flavor.
  • M&M Brownies – Add 1 cup M&Ms to the batter for a colorful and yummy surprise.
  • Chocolate Candy Bar Brownies – Chop up chunks of your favorite chocolate candy bar and add it to the batter.
  • Chocolate orange – Add 1 tablespoon orange zest with the eggs and vanilla.
  • Espresso – Add 1 tsp espresso powder with the dry ingredients.
a spatula holding up an brownie

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Ultra-Fudgy Chocolate Almond Flour Brownies

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Yield: 12
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Baked double chocolate almond flour brownies with a moist, chewy, fudgy interior! Once you sink your teeth through the crackly chocolate crumb, you won't believe this gooey dessert is gluten free. Best of all, these grain-free brownies are easy to make at home in less than one hour following a few simple steps.
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Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 8X8" baking pan. Set aside.
  • In a large saucepan melt butter with 1 cup chocolate chips. Stir until smooth. Add sugar and cocoa powder. Mix well. Set aside to cool slightly, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 ¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips, 1 cup sugar, 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • To the chocolate mixture add lightly beaten eggs and vanilla. Stir vigorously, then add almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
    2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup blanched almond flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt
  • Stir in remaining ¼ cup chocolate chips. Pour into prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack before slicing and serving.

Notes

 
Storing and Freezing
These will keep up to 5 days, stored in an airtight. To freeze, make sure they have cooled completely then wrap individual servings in plastic wrap. Store in a ziplock freezer bag or airtight container up to 3 months.
If you would to freeze an entire pan, first make sure the cooked brownies have cooled completely. Cover the pan in plastic wrap, wrapping all the way around, like a present, to get a good airtight seal.
Cover the top with a layer of foil and freeze up to 3 months. Pull out the pan to thaw on the counter a few hours before serving.
Calories: 295kcal, Carbohydrates: 33g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 50mg, Sodium: 188mg, Potassium: 52mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 29g, Vitamin A: 318IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 57mg, Iron: 1mg
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