Description
A base layer of rich brownie topped with a layer of raspberry jam and finished with a smooth chocolate ganache make up these delicious chocolate and raspberry brownies that also happen to be gluten free.
Ingredients
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Brownies
- 8 tablespoons coconut oil, melted and cooled (or vegan butter)
- 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup + 3 tablespoons raspberry jam
Chocolate Ganache
- 1 cup (170 g) dairy-free dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) full-fat coconut cream
Instructions
Brownies
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with cooking spray and line with two overlapping pieces of parchment paper.
- Melt the coconut oil in a small bowl or measuring cup. Set aside to cool.
- In a medium bowl, add the cane sugar and eggs. Whisk for about 2 minutes until pale yellow. Whisk in the cooled coconut oil, followed by the vanilla extract, water, and salt.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder and almond flour until the batter is smooth. Transfer to the prepared pan and smooth with a spatula.
- Using a spoon, dollop the raspberry jam evenly over the batter. With the back of the spoon, gently spread the jam so most of the batter is covered.
- Bake for 30–33 minutes. A toothpick should come out with a few wet crumbs. Place on a cooling rack.
- The jam layer may have bubbled up in places during baking — use a toothpick or fork to pop any bubbles.
- When the brownies are completely cool, prepare the chocolate ganache.
Chocolate Ganache
- Place the chocolate in a heat-proof bowl. Heat the coconut cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, then pour over the chocolate.
- Let sit for 1 minute, then stir from the center outward until smooth and glossy.
- Pour the ganache evenly over the cooled brownies and spread to the edges.
- Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours, until the ganache is fully set. Slice and serve.
Notes
The ganache needs a few hours in the refrigerator to set completely — plan ahead. Use a warm, dry knife to cut clean squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baking