Chocolate Brownies

This is an updated history with new source materials and print outs of older source materials. It pushes the first published “chocolate brownie” recipe back to 1904. However, more sources are needed to accurately complete the history. Does anyone have access to the following Boston Cooking School Cook Book editions: 1900, 1901, 1902, 1903, 1904, 1905, 1906, or any other editions up to 1910? A print out or accurate copy of the brownies recipes in those editions is needed.

What country do brownies come from?

Chocolate brownie. A chocolate brownie is a flat, baked square or bar developed in the United States at the end of the 19th century and popularized in both the U.S. and Canada during the first half of the 20th century.

How long does it take for brownies to cook?

Bake for 30-35 minutes. Test with a knife to see if the center is done. If the knife comes out clean, let the brownies rest before serving. If the knife comes out with batter still on it, allow the brownies to bake about 5 minutes more.

If you're still trying to figure out how you can possibly make gooey chocolate brownies without eggs, this recipe will show you how. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS

• 200g unsalted butter, chopped
• 200g dark chocolate, broken into pieces
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup gluten-free plain flour
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

METHOD

Step 1

Preheat oven to 190°C. Line a 5cm deep, 18cm (base) square cake pan with non-stick baking paper.

Step 2

Heat butter, chocolate and sugar in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth. Transfer to a heatproof bowl. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

Add eggs and vanilla to chocolate mixture. Mix well. Sift flour and cocoa over chocolate mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Pour brownie mixture into pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until just set. Set aside to cool. Once cooled, lift out. Wrap in plastic wrap. Place into an airtight container. Stand for 1 day. Cut into pieces. Serve.

Now let’s focus on these FABULOUS Double Chocolate Brownies!

Double Chocolate Vegan Brownies

INGREDIENTS

• 1/3 cup brewed coffee
• 1 tablespoon non-hydrogenated vegan margarine (like Earth Balance)
• 1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup canola oil
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/2 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips

METHOD

STEP 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.

STEP 2

Combine coffee, margarine, and 1 oz. semisweet chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and carefully microwave 30-45 seconds or until melted and smooth. Stir to thoroughly combine.

STEP 3

In a bowl of standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (OR using a hand mixer), combine sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix to combine.

STEP 4

Add the oil, water, and vanilla, mix to combine.

Add coffee mixture and continue to mix to combine.

STEP 5

In a separate bowl, mix together the flour and baking powder. Stir in the chocolate chips. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until all the ingredients are incorporated.

STEP 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely.

Vegan double chocolate brownies sound absolutely grand! I am so pleased that there are recipes out there for our viewers who prefer the vegan diet.

I absolutely love good rich gooey brownies.  I am not a vegan, so I have not tried this recipe myself.  Judging from the photo, they must be pretty great.

So enjoy enjoy enjoy! I love these and I really hope you all do too! These aren't just for the vegans