How to Make the Best Brownies: 4 Ways

Time: 2 hours.
Complexity: easily
Quantity: 16 cakes

Our essential guide to making brownies.

Even if you replace one of the traditional ingredients of this dessert (for example, flour or butter), it can turn out simply delicious.

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Recipe:

Traditionalists may disagree, but there are several ways to make brownies. And it's not just that this dessert can be more "chocolatey" or more airy. You can even make this delicious treat without gluten, butter, or (imagine!) chocolate itself.

Classic brownie

Let's start with a familiar recipe that stays true to tradition. These simple brownies will appeal to both those who enjoy a richer flavor and those who prefer a lighter texture.

• Classic brownie
  

Brownie with Nutella

No chocolate? No problem. You can still make rich, dense brownies even without one of the most important ingredients. Just use chocolate spread.

• Brownie with Nutella
  

Gluten-free coconut flour brownies

If you're avoiding gluten, try coconut flour. It's rich in fiber and made from dried, shredded coconut meat. It's a great substitute for regular flour (though the proportions aren't always the same, so follow our recipe). It also adds a subtle coconut flavor to the dessert.

• Gluten-free coconut flour brownies
  

Olive Oil Brownies

Olive oil can be used as a substitute for butter. In fact, it's a fantastic choice for brownies. The brownies turn out more "ripe," with a distinctive natural flavor. Plus, olive oil gives the dessert a dense texture and enriches it with monounsaturated fats.

• Olive Oil Brownies