Description
Oatmeal brownies are rich, fudgy treats with a chewy texture enhanced by oats and studded with pecan nuts for added crunch. Perfect for snacks, desserts, or homemade treats. Easily made gluten-free or vegan.
Ingredients
For the Base:
– 200 g unsalted butter (or vegan butter substitute)
– 200 g dark chocolate (use dairy-free chocolate for vegan option)
– 3 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
– 2 tbsp strongly brewed coffee
– 1 tsp vanilla essence
– 1⅓ cups castor sugar
For the Dry Mix:
– ½ cup all-purpose flour or cake flour (substitute gluten-free flour for GF option)
– ½ cup cocoa powder
– ⅛ tsp salt
For Add-ins:
– 100 g chopped pecan nuts (substitute walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds if needed)
– ¾ cup quick-cooking oatmeal (use certified gluten-free oats for GF option)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease and line a 23 cm square brownie pan with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the beaten eggs, brewed coffee, vanilla essence, and castor sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the chopped pecan nuts and quick-cooking oatmeal until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly squishy.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 30 minutes. Remove from the pan, slice into 16 squares, and serve.
Notes
– Use high-quality dark chocolate: This ensures a richer flavor and better texture.
– Avoid overmixing: Overmixing can make the brownies cakey; mix just until combined.
– Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free oats.
– Storage: Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze sliced brownies for longer storage; thaw at room temperature before serving.
– Customizations: Swap pecans with walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds. Add chocolate chips, dried fruit, or sprinkles for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Brownies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (based on 16 servings per recipe)
- Calories: ~220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg