An easy recipe for Gluten-Free Brownies for the best homemade gluten-free brownies! Thick, chocolatey, and chewy. This gluten-free dessert recipe also has a dairy-free option.
The recipe originally published June 2018, post updated October 2019, January 2021.
Gluten-Free Brownies
There is something just magical about brownies. For any chocolate lover, it’s an easy chocolate dessert that can be made in a little over 30 minutes.
Better than box-mix, these easy homemade gluten-free brownies from scratch are fudgy, chewy, and soft. I promise you won’t go back to your favorite gluten-free boxed brownie mix when you see how easy it is to make gluten-free brownies from scratch!
You can see how easy these gluten-free brownies really are to make in the recipe video. These brownies truly are a one-bowl wonder recipe, you don’t even need a mixer!
How To Make Gluten-Free Brownies
- The first step to making the best homemade gluten-free brownies is to melt the butter and mix it together with the sugar, brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract. (photo 1 and 2)
- The next step is to combine all of the dry ingredients in a medium-sized bowl. Give it a quick whisk or stir to combine the ingredients. (photo 3)
- After you add the eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until the brownie batter is nice and thick. (photo 4)
- Make sure you spray your 8×8 baking pan with gluten-free cooking spray before pouring the brownie batter into the pan. (photo 5)
- Bake for 30-35 minutes at 350 º F, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out just barely clean.
- The sides of the brownies will start to pull away from the pan. Please watch your brownies because all ovens are different. (photo 6)
What Is The Best Type Of Pan To Bake Gluten-Free Brownies In?
I like to bake brownies in a glass pan. Glass pans provide better heat distribution, which leads to more evenly-baked brownies.
Metal pans tend to produce a firm, but chewy brownie. Metal pans also heat up quickly and you will have to watch your brownies to keep them from over-baking.
Can I Freeze The Brownies?
You can freeze the brownies once they are completely cooled. Wrap the brownies tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place them in a freezer bag. The brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw at room temperature for a few hours or in the refrigerator overnight.
Can I Add Any Mix-Ins To The Gluten-Free Brownie Mix?
Yes, add your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, M&M’s, or peanut butter swirls.
Gluten-Free Flour
These gluten-free brownies were made with a rice flour cup for cup blend. A cup for cup all-purpose gluten-free flour blend is one that already has the starches and xanthan gum it.
Most gluten-free all-purpose flour blends have starches and xanthan gum already in them. The xanthan gum helps replace the elasticity and texture of gluten.
So make sure to check the ingredients of your gluten-free flour and not to add any extra xanthan gum to your flour if it already includes it. If you do, you will get gummy brownies!
I like Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.
Pro Tip For Measuring Gluten-Free Flour
The best way to measure gluten-free flour is the “spoon & level” method. Using a spoon, scoop the flour into the measuring cup. After you’ve spooned the flour into the measuring cup, use the back of a knife to level off the top of the measuring cup.
Please do not scoop the flour out of the bag with your measuring cup. If you do you could get more flour than the recipe calls for.
Dairy-Free Baking
I have also included a dairy-free option for the brownie recipe. Most of my family (including me) are also dairy-free as well. So I always try and have a dairy-free option to all of my recipes.
Now, you too can enjoy a gluten-free and dairy-free brownie. For the dairy-free version of this recipe, I used Smart Balance butter.
Some of my favorite dairy-free alternatives that I like to bake with are unsweetened almond or coconut milk. I also like baking with coconut oil or Smart Balance butter.
Easy Gluten-Free Brownie Recipe
If you are a chocolate lover like me, you are going to be taken to chocolate heaven when you bite into these gluten-free chocolate brownies!
I like brownies to have a flaky crust, be light like a cake but also chewy inside. But most of all, I want to taste the chocolate.
These are the ultimate easy, gluten-free brownies made from scratch. Seriously you are not going to want to buy a gluten-free brownie mix again!
They are perfect served by themselves or even better as a brownie sundae!
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Easy Gluten-Free Brownies {Dairy-Free Option}
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted Dairy-free use Smart Balance Butter.
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose gluten-free flour with xanthan gum I like Pillsbury gluten-free.
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º F.
- Spray the 8x8 square baking pan with gluten-free non-stick cooking spray or line the baking pan with parchment paper and coat the bottom and sides with gluten-free nonstick cooking spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, add melted butter, pure vanilla extract, granulated sugar and brown sugar and mix until fully combined.
- Add in eggs one at a time and mix until fully combined.
- In a medium-sized bowl combine gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt and whisk together.
- Slowly add the gluten-free flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the brownie batter to 8x8 sized baking pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out just barely clean. The sides of the brownies with start to pull away from the pan. Please watch your brownies because all ovens are different.
- Remove brownies and allow to cool completely. Enjoy!
- Store leftovers in an air-tight container.
Video
Notes
- I like Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.
- The best way to measure gluten-free flour is the “spoon & level” method. Using a spoon, scoop the flour into the measuring cup. After you’ve spooned the flour into the measuring cup, use the back of a knife to level off the top of the measuring cup.
- For the dairy-free option, I used Smart Balance butter.
- Store in an air-tight container.
- Mama says, "Please check all of your labels!"
Mary says
Great brownies! No more brownie mixes for me!
Tabitha says
These came out perfect! I used Bobs Red Mill 1:1 Gluten free flour and we couldn’t even tell the difference between these and ones with gluten. I did add mini marshmallows and dark chocolate chips. I only buttered a glass pan and they didn’t stick at all. Absolutely wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
CF says
This is the third recipe of yours that I’ve made and this one, like the other two, turned out delicious and tastes just like traditional brownies.
Holly Madison says
We usually only made box mix brownies because we had yet to find a good gf recipe. Well, look no further! We made a batch of these, ate the entire pan before it cooled and made a second batch after rinsing out the warm pan! So good! And we have made them with Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 gf flour and Namaste gf flour.
Francine says
These brownies are delicious! I reduce the white sugar to just under 1/2cup and reduced the brown sugar to 1/4c heaping packed. I used Bobs Redmill Gluten free AP flour. Baked in a metal pan for the full 35 minutes. I can’t wait to make another of your recipes!
Becky says
Just made and they’re amazing. I reduced sugar to 3/4 Cup brown sugar, added almost 1 cup of walnuts, and about 2/3 chocolate chunks! Great combination of chewy and cake-like. I don’t like brownies too chewy, so I have, at times, cut the brownies and toasted about 5 min. This seems great as is!
Kathie says
Made these last night and they are DELICIOUS! Can’t tell at all that they are gluten free. I did accidentally use dark cocoa instead of regular cocoa, but they just came out extra chocolaty. Thanks again for all the wonderful recipes!
Lindsey says
So good! You can’t even taste that they’re gluten free!
Lindsey says
so good! you can’t tell their gluten free!
Mary Jo says
I’ve made a lot of brownies down through the years, gluten free and orherwise, and these are as good as any of them. Easy too!
Amy says
Holy smokes!! AMAZING!! I just made these to surprise my gluten free daughter who’s at work….but…mom had to try them first…right?!? Wow!! Delicious! I did throw in a handful (or two) of allergy friendly chocolate chips and only had 1 egg, so I substituted the other egg with 1/4 cup of applesauce. Easy and amazing!! Thank you!
Amanda says
The best brownie recipe ever! Even non-gf family members loved it. No special GF ingredients to buy. I had all the ingredients on hand and it was easy to make. I like to warm the brownie and add a scoop of ice cream on top.
Mara says
Hello, Audrey! This brownies were delicious, like all your recipes! Thanks again!
ELLEN KELLY says
Outstanding! My daughter sent this recipe to me and I passed it on to other family members, gluten free or not. In fact, it was so good that it even fooled my finicky brother-in-law and he actually liked it!!
Stacy says
These are our new favorite dessert- so easy, and so delicious. Perfect for when you are craving chocolate!
Charlotte says
Love this recipe amazing brownies ❤️ I can definitely recommend making these. They go down a treat every time.
Lizze says
Another amazingly simple and delicious recipe!
Taylor says
This will be my new go to recipe for brownies! They were amazing! I added chocolate chips and swirled in marshmallow fluff to change it up! Definitely recommend trying this recipe!
Audrey says
I am so happy that this is going to be your go-to recipe and that they are amazing! Thank you so much for the awesome 5-star recipe review.
Donna says
Love this recipe! Used coconut oil and doubled it. Peanut butter swirls in one pan, dried cranberries and chocolate chips in the other.
A sure crowd pleaser!
Your recipes are really good “Mama”… And really like the gluten and dairy free options since we have allergies here.
Thanks for sharing your cooking with us!
Bonnie says
Best gluten free brownie recipe I’ve tried so far!!!!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Bonnie for the awesome 5-star recipe review, it really made my day! I am so happy that these were the best brownie you have had. Thanks again!
barb says
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Satisfied my chocolate brownie craving!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Barb for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that enjoyed the brownies and they satisfied your brownie craving. You are so welcome, I love sharing the recipes I make for my family. Thanks again!
Anji. M says
Best brownies ever! 🙂
Audrey says
Thank you so much Anji for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that these are the best brownies ever. Thanks again!
Penny Cook says
My 11 yr old made this GFDF on his own, and they were perfect and delicious!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Penny for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you both enjoyed the brownies, that they were easy to make, perfect and delicious. It really made my day that your son was able to make and enjoyed them. Thanks again!
Jacqueline says
Super easy and really good. I’m the only person in my family who must eat gluten free but my family has to go along for the ride. These they loved. You can’t tell they are gluten free at all.
Audrey says
Thank you so much for the awesome 5-star recipe review, it really made my night! I am so happy that your family loved the brownies and they were easy to make. Thank you again!
Taylor Smarsty says
These are so yummy!!! We’ve tried the chocolate chip cookies, pancakes (which are now a Saturday morning staple), these brownies and of course our favorite- chocolate cake that we cant get enough of! Thank you!!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Taylor for the awesome 5-star recipe review, it really made my night! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies, chocolate chip cookies, pancakes, and chocolate cake (your favorite). You are so welcome, I love sharing the recipes I make for my family and helping others. Thanks again!
Monica says
I used my own rice-free gf flour blend (millet, teff, sorghum, quinoa, tapioca, arrowroot, xanthan gum), cut the white sugar back to 1/2c, and added 1/2c chocolate chips. Mine needed to bake 40 min (I find my flour blend often takes a little longer) but they turned out excellent!! They vanished at a potluck, even though they were labeled gluten free! (I made sure my gf peeps got first dibs though!)
Audrey says
Thank you so much for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies and they turned out excellent. Thank you for sharing that you used your own gluten-free flour blend, as I know it will help others. Thank you again!
Heidi says
Only recipe I could find without 3 eggs and chocolate chips! Used Silvana’s (Nordon) all purpose gluten-free flour(I mix my own from her recipe) half butter half coconut oil, 1/2 cup white sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and ginger powders as well as 1/2 cup chopped walnuts. Excellent treat! My husband loves them!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Heidi for the wonderful 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you and your husband enjoyed the brownies. Thank you for sharing the gluten-free flour mix you used, as well as the other modifications as I know it will help others. Thanks again!
Grace says
I used just straight almond flour instead of a gluten free flour mix and it turned out heavenly!! So incredible and delicious! Thank you so much for the recipe! Bookmarking this for sure.
Audrey says
Thank you so much Grace for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. Thank you for sharing that you used almond flour, as I know it will help others. You are so welcome, I love sharing the recipes I make for my family and helping others. Thanks again!
Laura says
Do you have any suggestions for an egg substitute? My mom is allergic to wheat, milk, and eggs. We’ve tried and didn’t like powdered eggs. I’d love to make these brownies for her.
Audrey says
Hi Laura! I have only baked with the Bob’s Red Mill egg replacer. I know that others have successfully baked with apple sauce, flax eggs or aquafaba. If you try any of these with my recipe, will you please let me know how it works out?
Christy W says
Better than I expected! It’s been so long since I had a good brownie. So excited that These are gluten free, dairy free, super easy to make and delicious!!!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Christy for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies and they were easy to make and delicious. Thank you again!
Tena says
Thank you so much! These were fabulous. So much better than the store-bought mix but just as easy.
I used a plant-based butter. Also, instead of the regular sugars, used one cup of coconut sugar (pulsed first to make it finer) and a quarter cup maple syrup. Perfect results.
Will be my go-to when we need a little hit of chocolate!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Tena for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies and they were fabulous. Thank you for sharing what ingredients you used, as I know it will help others. I have not treid the recipe refined sugar-free, but I am going to. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. Thanks again!
Lisa DeGraw says
I’ve made this recipe so many times I will need to print a new copy of it soon! It’s so easy and very yummy.
Audrey says
Thank you so much Lisa for the awesome 5-star recipe review, it really made my day! I am so happy that you and your family enjoy the brownies and that you make them often. Thank you again!
Cindy Sholtes says
These are yummy brownies! I used Krusteaz gf all purpose flour. They were slightly crumbly, but nothing to complain about. It was also a very easy recipe. Some recipes are so complex. I will definitely make these again.
Audrey says
Thank you so much for the wonderful recipe review Cindy! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. They were slightly crumbly because of the Krusteaz flour that you used. The Krusteaz has sorghum, millet, and quinoa flour in it, and it doe snot absorb liquid the same as a rice flour blend like Pillsbury gluten-free. I am glad that you found the recipe to be easy and that you are going to make it again. Thanks again!
Johanna says
These are the best brownies ever!! I like to add a teaspoon of decaf coffee (ground) to bring out the chocolate flavour even more! Sooooo yummy! My friends told me I should sell them.
However, I need to bake some for friends that can’t eat eggs. Do you have a suggestion for an egg alternative to use?
Thanks!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Johanna for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies and they were the best ever! I need to try adding the coffee, I have never added coffee to brownies before. The only egg replacer that I have baked with is Bob’s Red Mill egg replacer, but I know some people also use apple sauce or flax eggs. If you try it egg-free will you please let me know how it turns out? Thanks again!
Jennifer says
New to gluten and dairy free cooking, so made these brownies not expecting high hopes. They were DELICIOUS! I gave them to a few family members who don’t have food allergies and they loved them to0! Thanks Audrey for helping us keep chocolate in our lives!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Jennifer for the awesome 5-star recipe review! It means the world to me that you enjoyed the brownies and can keep chocolate in your life! I am so happy that your fmaily members loved them too. You are so welcome Jennifer, I love sharing what I make for my family. Thanks again!
Danielle says
I made these to share with the ladies at my potluck book club. They were a hit and so easy to make! I especially liked that I had every single ingredient on hand (I used coconut oil, as I just finished my SmartBalance, and coconut sugar for the granulated). I used larger flakes of kosher salt and truly enjoyed the slight saltiness with some bites (like those fancy salted-chocolate bars!). I personally found them to be a little too sweet – though still very delicious! – so next time I will try scaling back the sugar a bit. All in all, thanks for the great recipe! It’s a keeper!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Danielle for the wonderful review! I am so happy that everyone enjoyed the brownies. Thank you for sharing your modifications, as I know it will help others. The coconut sugar may have been why you found them to be a little too sweet. I love that you added flakes of kosher salt. Yum! You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. Thanks again!
Janet says
Excellent brownies..as good as they get! So fun to find foolproof recipes!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Janet for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. You really made my night. Thanks again!
Joanne Stewart says
Thank you so much for this recipe. They’re delicious. I even modified the recipe to suit my particular food sensitivities. I used oil in place of butter or margarine and egg whites in place of whole eggs, and they came out perfect. Moist, just the right amount of chewy, and so chocolatey. Definitely keeping this recipe!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Joanne for the awesome 5-star recipe review! You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. Thank you for sharing your modifications for your food sensitivities. I know that it will help others. Thanks again!
christy says
I have made these twice now. I used coconut oil in place of the butter, I also used the Namaste gluten-free flour. I can eat the whole 8 x 8 pan in a 2 day period. I am so glad that I have found your website. Love Love these brownies
Audrey says
Thank you so much for the awesome recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies and you love them. I am glad to hear that the Namaste gluten-free flour worked with well with the recipe. Thank you for sharing, I always like to hear what other four blends work well with my recipes. Thank you again!
Karen Mitchell says
Definitely the best GF brownie ever. It stays moist, doesn’t crumble and break up like other GF brownies, taste is amazing.
Audrey says
Thank you so much Karen for the wonderful 5-star recipe review! I am so happy these are the best gluten-free brownie that you have had. That makes me so happy to hear! Thank you again.
Ann says
These brownies were absolutely delicious! I used a 9×13 pan and they still came out great. Will definitely make again.
Audrey says
Thank you so much Ann for the wonderful 5-star recipe review. I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies and that you are planning to make them again. I am glad to hear that the 9×13 pan worked as well. Thank you again!
Anna says
I made these the other day and halved the recipe again. They tasted just like the normal brownies I used to eat. They taste best cold and they do rise quite a bit but the will sink as they cook down. I am going to make them again tonight. Thank you again ????.
Audrey says
Thank you Anna for the wonderful 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. Thanks again!
Kerry Trumble says
This is, by far, the best gluten free brownie I have ever had…..quite possibly the best brownie ever….definitely the best I ever made!…they are high…and chewy. I used part maple sugar and organic cacao….I am definitely using this recipe again!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Kerry for the amazing recipe review! You just made my night. I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies and they are the best gluten-free brownies you have ever had! I have never tried them with maple sugar, that sounds amazing. Thank you again!
Carla says
Oh my goodness! I just baked these! They are wonderful! I am waiting till they cool, but In had to cut the tiniest corner and taste… Wow! So good!! I used KAF All Purpose Baking Mix and it worked perfectly! Thank you so much for this recipe!!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Carla for the wonderful 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. I am glad that the King Arthur all-purpose gluten-free flour worked in the recipe. I really need to their flour. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. Thank you again!
Sage says
love this recipe. I am ten years old and love to bake turned out great. I used a diffrent tipe of dairy free butter and coconut sugar instead of brown sugar.
Audrey says
Thank you so much Sage for the wonderful 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. I love to bake too! I have never tried the recipe with coconut sugar, but I am going to try it the next time I make them. Thanks for the tip. Thank you again!
Miriam says
I just made these brownies for my family and they were awesome and so easy to make! Do they freeze well? If so, fo you have any tips for freezing them? Thanks!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Miriam for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you and your family enjoyed the brownies. You can freeze the brownies once they are completely cooled. Wrap the brownies tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place them in a freezer bag. The brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw at room temperature for a few hours or in the refrigerator overnight. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make fo my family. Thanks again!
Helena Connors says
So delicious! My favorite way to make was with part almond flour! Also added some chocolate chips for my sweet tooth daughter! Rich and tasty!
Audrey says
Thank you Helena for the wonderful 5-star recipe review! I’ll have to try it with part almond flour. I’m with your daughter about adding extra chocolate chips. The more chocolate the better! Thanks again!
Pam says
I need to make brownies for a guest of our community supper who is gluten and dairy free. Could you tell me how to adjust this or any other recipe, please.
Pam
Audrey says
Hi Pam! This recipe is gluten-free with a dairy-free option. For dairy-free brownies you can use melted Smart Balance or Earth Balance butter or melted coconut oil. I use Pillsbury gluten-free flour. Most recipes you can substitute Smart Ballance butter for regular butter and use almond milk instead of regular milk. All of my recipes are gluten-free and most of my recipes have a dairy-free option in the ingredients and instructions. Please let me know if I can help in any way.
Susan says
Absolutely delicious! Made these tonight for the first time. A very good and easy recipe. Don’t hesitate to try this one. Thanks!!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Susan for the wonderful 5-star recipe review. I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family.????
Heather says
I’m going to make these for the 4 th of July, but the crowd is large. Can these be made in a 9x 13 Pan? How does that adjust the cook time?
Audrey says
Hi Heather! I have never made them in a 9×13 pan. I normally double the recipe and use two 8×8 pans. If you were to use the 9×13 pan you will have thinner brownies unless you double the recipe. If you don’t double the recipe and use a 9×13 bake 15 minutes and check them to see if they are done if not put them back in for 5 more minutes more and please watch them. Please let me know how they turn out in the 9×13 pan. I hope everyone enjoys them!
Heather says
Sounds great, I’ll double it and let ya know!
Audrey says
Thanks Heather!????
Pyper says
I doubled the recipe and baked in a 9×13 pan for about 35 minutes. They were yummy! Thank you for all of your yummy recipes!
Audrey says
Thank you so much for the wonderful recipe review Pyper. I am so happy that you enjoyed the brownies. I am glad to hear that making a double batch worked. You are so welcome, I love sharing what I make for my family. Thanks again!
Lauren says
These look amazing! I love fudgy brownies. I can’t wait to try them!
Audrey says
Thank you so much Lauren! I hope you enjoy them. I’m all about chocolate.
Cindy says
Hey that looks amazing those brownies my husband is a chocolate lover he has to have something chocolate every night this will hit the spot on his day Sunday thx so much,Cindy from Colorado
Audrey says
Thank you so much Cindy! I hope your husband enjoys them. My husband loves these brownies.
Ninfa says
Soooooo, I always make these to share. Then I justify that they can eat whatever they want and before you know it half the pan is gone???. So yummy. I always set out my butter and eggs. Wait a bit and then start the process. Super easy, super yummy.
Audrey says
Thank you so much Ninfa for the awesome 5-star recipe review! I am so happy that you enjoy the brownies. Thanks again!