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Fudgy Gluten-Free Brownies with Crispy Edges

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Rich, gooey gluten-free brownies with a fudgy center and crispy edges, made with simple pantry staples like almond flour and dark chocolate. Perfect for a quick, indulgent treat that satisfies chocolate cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) almond flour, finely ground
  • ⅓ cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch-processed preferred
  • 4 oz (115g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped or chips
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar (can substitute half with coconut sugar)
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Optional: pinch of espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  2. Melt butter and chopped dark chocolate together over a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, and salt until combined.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until pale and slightly thickened.
  5. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking gently to avoid scrambling the eggs until the batter is glossy and smooth.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently with a spatula until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set and crispy but the center is slightly underbaked and shiny. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs.
  9. Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes to set the fudgy texture and crisp edges.
  10. Use the parchment overhang to lift brownies from the pan and cut into squares with a sharp knife.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better batter consistency. Melt chocolate gently to avoid burning. Spoon and level almond flour to prevent dense brownies. Watch baking time closely after 20 minutes for perfect fudgy center and crispy edges. Let brownies cool completely before slicing. Tent with foil if edges brown too fast. Optional espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor without coffee taste.

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