Mary Berry Gluten-Free Brownies
Mary Berry’s Gluten-Free Brownies are dense, chocolatey brownies made without gluten. These brownies are made using gluten-free flour and still have that perfect fudgy texture and rich chocolate flavor. With a crispy crust and gooey center, they’re a favorite for anyone who loves brownies, whether they follow a gluten-free diet or not.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
To make these fudgy gluten-free brownies, you’ll need:
- Butter (175g, unsalted): Adds richness and moisture to the brownies.
- Dark chocolate (200g, broken into pieces): Provides intense chocolate flavor.
- Caster sugar (250g): Sweetens the brownies and creates a crisp crust.
- Eggs (3 large): Binds the ingredients together and adds richness.
- Gluten-free flour (100g): Replaces regular flour and keeps the brownies gluten-free.
- Cocoa powder (2 tbsp): Enhances the chocolate flavor and adds a deep color.
- Vanilla extract (1 tsp): Adds a hint of sweetness and rounds out the chocolate flavor.
- Salt (a pinch): Balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate taste.
Optional Add-Ins
- Chocolate chips or chopped nuts: For added texture and flavor.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Tin
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) or 160°C (fan).
- Grease and line an 8×8-inch square baking tin with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt the Butter and Chocolate
- In a medium saucepan, gently melt the butter and dark chocolate over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Step 3: Mix the Eggs and Sugar
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the caster sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. This helps create a crisp top and fudgy texture.
- Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then mix again to combine.
Step 4: Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gently fold the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg and sugar mixture until fully combined.
- Sift the gluten-free flour and cocoa powder over the bowl, then fold it into the mixture with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5: Add Optional Ingredients
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Step 6: Pour the Batter and Bake
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking tin, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. For fudgier brownies, bake for closer to 25 minutes.
Step 7: Cool and Slice
- Allow the brownies to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice into squares and serve.