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Fudgiest Oat Flour Brownies (Extra Easy)

By: Melissa Erdelac · On: September 6, 2021 · Updated: January 10, 2023

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Oat flour brownies are so rich and fudgy, no one will believe they are flourless and gluten-free! Oat brownies are an easy, five minute blender recipe made with oatmeal, peanut butter, and lots of gooey chocolate!

a stack of oat flour brownies on a brown board

Fudgy brownies made with oats, no flour!  

Make fudgy homemade brownies with this easy, oat brownie recipe! Naturally gluten-free brownies are made by processing oatmeal into homemade oat flour so no special or pricy ingredients are required.

Just like with this highly-reviewed oat flour bread or other easy oat flour recipes, after the flour is made, the remaining ingredients are added to the blender. This one bowl recipe means it is as simple as mix, pour and bake!

With a 5-minute, one bowl prep, you can’t beat the ease! Once you bit into these rich chocolate oatmeal brownies, you won’t they are made with no flour and only oats!

Ingredients notes 

Since only 100% oats / oatmeal are needed, I typically have all the ingredients on hand to make these whenever the fancy strikes.

Whether you start with homemade oat flour or use your favorite store-bought brand, this recipe uses affordable, kitchen-staple basics like all the recipes in my gluten-free cookbook and those shared on the website.

  • Oats – For gluten free brownies, be sure to use certified gluten free oatmeal. If you have oat flour, swap it out for the same amount of rolled oats called for.
  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – I used regular baking cocoa, however if you use dutch-processed cocoa powder, you will have to replace the baking soda with an equal amount of baking powder.
  • Peanut Butter – The peanut butter taste is almost undetectable, but it helps make the brownies ultra fudgy. Other nut butters may be substituted or use sunflower butter for a nut-free recipe
  • Butter – You may use melted butter, coconut oil, or vegetable oil for dairy-free brownies. If using coconut oil, it will have a slight coconut flavoring.
  • Chocolate Chips – Use dairy-free chips, such as Enjoy Life, or omit for a healthier brownie recipe.

How To Make oat flour brownies

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

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Begin by blending the oatmeal into a fine powder using a high-powered blender. If you do not have a blender you can also use purchased oat flour and place it in a bowl.

Next, add the remaining ingredients to the blender, except the chocolate chips. Blend again into a thick batter. If making by hand, add ingredients and use a mixer to combine. Stir in the chocolate chips.

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Spread the batter into a greased 8X8 inch pan. You may also line a pan with parchment pan for easier removal and cutting.

Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top and then bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes before slicing, or otherwise the brownies will break apart while enjoying!

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using purchased oat flour

Rather than make your own oat flour, you may use ready made oat flour. Be sure to purchase certified gluten-free oat flour to keep these oat flour brownies gluten-free!

Simply replace the oatmeal with the same amount, 3/4 cup. The brownies would not have to be made in a blender or food processor, instead simply mix by hand or using a mixer.

Making without a blender

You may also make these brownies without a blender, but you would have to purchase oat flour. Add the dry ingredients to a bowl and whisk to combine. Add the remaining ingredients and mix by hand or with a mixer. Bake as directed.

Are these brownies healthy?

Brownies made with oat flour only do have less carbs than traditional brownies. To make them healthier, with no refined sugar, substitute your favorite sugar-free sweetener or pure maple syrup for the granulated sugar.

gluten-free dairy-free oatmeal brownies

Like almond flour brownies, using a naturally gluten-free flour, like oat flour, makes these brownies a gluten-free dessert recipe. However, be sure to use certified gluten-free oats or oat flour to keep them allergen safe.

To make the brownies dairy-free simply swap out the melted butter with coconut oil or vegetable oil. Replace the chocolate chips with a dairy-free brand.

Storing and freezing tips

This brownie recipe is best enjoyed within 1-2 days of making them. To store longer wrap the brownies securely and freeze up to 3 months in an airtight container.

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Fudgiest Oat Flour Brownies (Extra Easy)

Oat flour brownies are so rich and fudgy, no one will believe they are flourless and gluten-free! Oat brownies are an easy, five minute blender recipe made with oatmeal, peanut butter, and lots of gooey chocolate!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes minutes
Servings: 16
Author: Melissa Erdelac

Equipment Needed

  • Vitamix

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup oat flour  (same as ¾ cup rolled oats blended into oat flour)
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips divided
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Grease a 8X8" baking pan using non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Make the oat flour by placing ¾ cups rolled oats in a high-powered blender or a food processor. Blend the oats until it turns into a fine, powdery flour, about 30 seconds – 1 minute.
    ¾ cup oat flour 
  • To the oat flour add the cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Process to combine.
    ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder,¾ cup granulated sugar,½ teaspoon baking soda,¼ teaspoon salt
  • Add the melted and cooled butter or oil, peanut butter, eggs, water, and vanilla. Mix to combine well. Stir in ¾ cup chocolate chips. The batter will be very thick.
    ½ cup unsalted butter, melted,½ cup creamy peanut butter,2 large eggs,2 tablespoons water,1 teaspoon vanilla extract,1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • Spread into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup chocolate chips on top. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle does not come out with wet batter. Cool for 30 minutes before slicing.
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Recipe Notes

 
Using Purchased Oat Flour
Rather than make your own oat flour, you may use ready made oat flour. Be sure to purchase certified gluten-free oat flour to keep these oat flour brownies gluten-free!
Simply replace the oatmeal with the same amount, 3/4 cup. The brownies would not have to be made in a blender or food processor, instead simply mix by hand or using an electric mixer.

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 232IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Dessert, gluten free dessert
Categories: 30 Minutes 4th Of July Baking Bars / Brownies Dairy Free Desserts Fall Freezer-Friendly Gluten Free Quick and Easy Recipes Spring Summer Valentines Winter

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  1. Ramon says

    October 22, 2023 at 4:17 AM

    I didn’t like it, half recipe ended up in the bin, too sweet and too much of that feeling of chocking of peanut butter, for the high content of calories you’re better off eating a regular one or a boxed gluten free version if needed.

    Reply
    • Melissa Erdelac says

      October 23, 2023 at 9:59 AM

      Sorry to hear that, Ramon. I know that’s frustrating and I always hate to hear when a recipe didn’t work out. From what you are saying about the texture it sounds like perhaps the ratio of oat flour to other ingredients were off. I’ve never found it to have that consistency. Let me know if I can help troubleshoot in any way.
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  2. Gail Norton says

    May 22, 2023 at 1:23 PM

    Can I sub cashew butter I don’t like peanut butter.

    Reply
    • Melissa Erdelac says

      May 23, 2023 at 1:54 PM

      Hi Gail, yes, I don’t think that would be problem!
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  3. Lisa Little says

    April 14, 2023 at 11:06 AM

    Very good. Instead of sugar I used Erythritol and also added 2 heaping tablespoons of unsweetened applesauce and Mrs. Butterworths sugar free pancake syrup. Be careful not to over cook.

    Reply
    • Melissa Erdelac says

      April 14, 2023 at 4:12 PM

      Thank you for sharing your sugarfree tips, Lisa!
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  4. M says

    February 14, 2023 at 12:27 AM

    Yum! I made these yesterday with just a 1/2 cup cocoa and 1/2 cup sugar and they still turned out fantastic! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Melissa Erdelac says

      February 14, 2023 at 3:44 PM

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed them!
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  5. Yael says

    July 22, 2022 at 5:29 AM

    This recipe comes out amazingly! It’s so delicious. I use date syrup instead for sugar. It’s a great substitute. I also cook it 5 mins less than the recipe says to so that it comes out more gooey.

    Reply
  6. Ellen says

    May 8, 2022 at 10:09 PM

    To cut down on the sugar, including that in Maple syrup, can you use pureed banana for some sweetness?

    Reply
    • Melissa Erdelac says

      May 10, 2022 at 1:39 PM

      Yes, Ellen, I don’t think that would be a problem at all! The baking time might be a little longer, though.
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  7. Stephanie/Jeff Fear says

    April 18, 2022 at 4:36 AM

    Can I use Sunflower butter instead of peanut butter and sugar substitute?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      April 18, 2022 at 1:08 PM

      Hello,
      Definitely yes to the sunflower butter, but I have not tried a sugar substitute. If it works in other brownie recipes, I don’t see why not!
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  8. Tee says

    March 26, 2022 at 10:23 AM

    Sounds delicious and healthy. Someone in my family has an egg allergy. Is there a substitute for eggs in this recipe? I would love to try the recipe.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      March 27, 2022 at 3:33 PM

      I haven’t tried it with an egg substitute, but I think flax eggs would work fine in this (for 2 eggs – 2 tbsp. ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tbsp. water). Let me know how it turns out!
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  9. Korina says

    February 26, 2022 at 1:48 PM

    Super delicious! I baked for 20 minutes and will try 18 minutes next time because the edges got a little dry and crumbly. But I will definitely make again!!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 27, 2022 at 11:35 AM

      Thank you, Korina! I’m glad you enjoyed them!
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply
  10. Casey says

    January 11, 2022 at 11:05 PM

    I want to add vegan chocolate protein powder, can I do that and how many scoops should I add? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      January 14, 2022 at 4:21 PM

      Hi Casey, I haven’t experimented with this, but my educated guess would be you would reduce the amount of oat flour by how much protein powder you added. So if you add 3 tablespoons, remove 3 tablespoons oat flour from the recipe. Hope this helps!
      Best,
      Melissa

      Reply

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