Dairy-Free Fudgy Pineapple Chocolate Brownies
Vegan brownies made with flax eggs, dark chocolate, and dairy-free spread, studded with drained pineapple chunks for tropical brightness. Topped with chocolate fudge icing, edible glitter, and sprinkles for an indulgent finish. Dense, fudgy crumb with tart fruit contrast.
Ingredients
- 7 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 7 oz dairy-free spread, softenedcoconut oil1:1vegandairy-free
slightly different crumb texture
- 3 tbsp flax seeds, ground
- 9 tbsp water, for flax eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ⅝ cups all-purpose flourgluten-free all-purpose flour1:1gluten-freeadds gluten
maintains structure if xanthan gum present
Full guide → - 9 oz tinned pineapple, drained
- 7 oz chocolate fudge icingdairy-free chocolate frosting1:1vegandairy-free
similar result
- salt, pinch
- edible glitter, for topping(optional)
- chocolate sprinkles, for topping(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Grind flax seeds to powder in food processor or blender.
- 2
Mix flax seed powder with water and refrigerate 20-30 minutes until thickened.
- 3
Preheat oven to 350°F fan or equivalent.
- 4
Melt chocolate and dairy-free spread in bain marie over gently simmering water, ensuring bowl does not touch water.
- 5
Whisk flax egg mixture with sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until light and frothy.
- 6
Whisk in melted chocolate mixture.
- 7
Fold in flour, then most of pineapple chunks, reserving some for decoration.
- 8
Pour batter into lined square brownie pan.
- 9
Bake 30-35 minutes.
- 10
Cool completely, then refrigerate overnight.
- 11
Top with chocolate fudge icing, reserved pineapple chunks brushed with edible glitter, and chocolate sprinkles before serving.
Tips
Prepare flax eggs ahead to ensure proper thickening time.
Do not let chocolate bowl touch simmering water to avoid seizing.
Reserve pineapple chunks for decoration before folding into batter for visual appeal.
Overnight refrigeration develops flavor and makes cutting easier.
Good to Know
Airtight container, refrigerated up to 5 days.
Prepare flax eggs up to 2 days ahead. Bake brownies through step 8, wrap undecorated brownies and refrigerate or freeze up to 3 weeks. Decorate after thawing.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Optional: warm briefly before serving.
Common Mistakes
Do not stir chocolate mixture constantly while melting to avoid seizing.
Do not skip overnight refrigeration; brownies are fudgy when chilled.
Do not use hot flax egg mixture; ensure cooled before whisking with melted chocolate.
Do not overmix after adding flour to avoid dense, dry texture.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
similar result
Vegan Options
Gluten-Free Swaps
maintains structure if xanthan gum present
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