Gluten-free 3-Ingredient Brownies Recipe (No Refined Sugar, No Flour, Vegan) Desserts Snacks Gluten-free Vegan Budget Recipes Low Sodium Recipes Low Sugar Recipes

When you're craving chocolate, there's really nothing like a sweet, rich chocolate brownie. But if you're watching your sugar and calories, or if you can't eat gluten, you may be reluctant to partake. Well, meet your new favorite healthier brownie recipe! This three-ingredient brownie recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, low in sodium, vegan, has no refined sugar or flour. How perfect does that sound?

To make these gluten-free brownies you only need three simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Here is what you need to grab to whip up a batch of these gooey brownies: applesauce (sweetened or unsweetened), peanut butter (read about the health benefits of peanut butter) and unsweetened cocoa powder. The ingredients are mixed together, spread into a loaf pan and baked until a toothpick comes out clean. So easy!

These moist, chocolatey brownies are the perfect sweet snack or make a wonderful dessert after dinner with a cup of coffee. Make them even more decadent with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top. 

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 to 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 to 35 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup applesauce
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

Recipe Notes

• You can use sweetened or unsweetened applesauce for this recipe. If you like less sweet desserts or can't eat sugar, use unsweetened.

• You could stir some chocolate chips into the batter before baking.

• Store the brownies in an airtight container in the fridge to keep them fresher longer.

Here's how to make it:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Spread the batter into a parchment paper-lined loaf pan.
4. Bake in a preheated 350-degree F oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
5. Remove the brownies from the pan and let them cool.
6. Cut into squares.

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