Gluten-Free Almond Flour Brownies

5 from 1 vote

These rich and fudgy gluten-free flourless brownies are made with almond flour, cocoa, and chocolate for the ultimate easy, one-bowl treat. Naturally gluten-free and perfect for dessert or lunchbox snacks.

Prep Time5

Cook Time22

Total Time27

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Brownie

Servings: brownies

Calories: 214kcal

Ingredients

▢ ¾ cup (200 g) butter, melted
▢ 1 cup (200 g) chopped chocolate or chocolate chips, dark, milk or a mix
▢ ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
▢ 3 eggs
▢ 1 cup (100 g) almond flour
▢ ⅓ cup (40 g) unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C fan-forced (350°F).Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) square baking pan with parchment paper.
Melt the butter, chocolate and brown sugar together in a large bowl - either in the microwave (30-second bursts) or on the stovetop. Stir until smooth.
Mix in the lightly beaten eggs until combined.
Add in the almond flour and cocoa powder. Stir until fully mixed.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 20-24 minutes, or until the top looks cracked and just set (22 minutes tends to work best in my oven).
Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares, as these firm up as they rest.
Optional: Dust with gluten-free powdered sugar/icing sugar, or enjoy as is.

Notes

Gluten-Free Brownie Tips:

Don’t overbake – Take them out once the top is cracked and set, the middle will continue to cook slightly as it cools.
Cooling is key – Let them cool in the pan to help them set properly and slice cleanly.
Almond flour vs ground almonds – Either will work. Almond flour gives a finer texture, while ground almonds give a slightly 'rustic' bite.
Chocolate choice – Dark chocolate gives a more intense flavour, while milk chocolate makes them a little sweeter.
Add-ins – Stir in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or swirl in some peanut butter for a twist.

Storage:

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months – wrap individual squares for an easy grab-and-go treat.

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