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    Published: January 4, 2022

    Oat Flour Brownies

    5 from 17 votes
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    Oat flour brownies
    Oat flour brownies
    Oat flour brownies

    Fudgy and dense oat flour brownies that are seriously delicious and the perfect healthier dessert. They’re gluten free, super chocolatey, and made with simple ingredients!

    healthy oat flour brownies

    Best dense brownies with oat flour

    I must say, brownies are my favorite sweet treat. Nothing beats a warm, dense brownie straight out of the oven with a warm glass of milk (or almond, haha). I love my flourless brownie skillet, but I make these when I am in the mood for a classic brownie!

    These oat flour brownies are sure to be your new favorite recipe! They are rich, chocolaty, and dense. You’ll never be able to tell they are made with healthier ingredients like applesauce and oat flour.

    Needless to say, I am obsessed with this recipe. Bake them on a cold winter day as a cozy treat or for a summer cookout. You kids will love them!

    Are they healthy?

    Yes, I consider these oat flour brownies to be healthy. First, we use applesauce rather than extra butter and milk, which makes them lighter. Second, they are made with oat flour which is healthier and better for you than refined flour. Third, they are gluten free.

    dipping oat flour brownie in a mug of milk

    Ingredients

    You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make these rich and dense brownies! From real chocolate to oat flour, these brownies are healthy, tasty, and gluten-free. Here is a list, so you are prepared:

    • Eggs: First up, we need 2 large eggs to bind these brownies together.
    • Applesauce: Promise, you can’t taste the applesauce! We use it in this recipe to help the brownies rise and get the perfect texture.
    • Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: I love using both cocoa powder and real chocolate. We melt chocolate chips and add them to the batter for extra fudginess and richness.
    • Butter: Honestly, butter makes everything taste better! It makes these brownies soft and chocolatey.
    • Sugar: For some sweetness.
    • Vanilla Extract: A dash of vanilla goes a long way flavor-wise.
    • Oat Flour: We use oat flour instead of refined flour for these brownies! It makes them healthier and gluten free.
    • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: This adds the best chocolate flavor you look for in a good brownie.
    • Baking Powder: Just 1/2 a teaspoon to help them rise.
    • Salt: Just a tiny amount for that sweet and salty flavor.

    Oat flour brownie variations

    Want to step up your brownie game and add some fun mix-ins? Here are some ideas:

    • Walnuts, Pecans, or Peanuts: Add 1/3 cup of your favorite nut into the brownie batter and sprinkle some extra on top.
    • M&M’s: Add 1/3 cup of M&M’s to the brownie batter and sprinkle some extra on top.
    • Chocolate Candy Bar: Add a 1/3 cup of chunks of your favorite candy bar – from twix to snickers, the sky is the limit!
    • Pretzels: Sprinkle 1/3 cup of crushed pretzels or press ~10 mini prezles on top of the batter before baking.
    • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chips or M&M’s: Add 1/3 cup of peanut butter chocoalte chips or M&M’s to the brownie batter and sprinkle some extra on top.
    folding oat flour and cocoa powder into brownie batter

    How to make oat flour brownies

    These oat flour brownies are incredibly delicious and so easy to make! You can make your own oat flour from rolled oats, or you can buy a store-bought version. Here are step-by-step instructions:

    Step 1: First, preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8×8″ baking pan.

    Step 2: Meanwhile, in a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 1/3 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips in 15 – 20 second intervals, so it doesn’t burn. Stir in between each interval until chocolate is fully melted. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes.

    Step 3: Then, in a medium bowl, whisk the eggs. Then fold in the apple sauce, sugar, and vanilla extract. Once the chocolate and butter are cooled, add to the bowl with the other wet ingredients. Gently whisk to combine.

    Step 4: Next, fold in the oat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Then, fold in the remaining 1/3 cup of chocolate chips.

    Step 5: Transfer batter to greased baking pan and top with a handful of additional chocolate chips. Bake for 24 – 28 minutes, depending on how fudgy you want them. I usually do 25 minutes. If you want more cakey brownies, bake them on the longer side.

    Let cool and enjoy!

    brownie batter in a baking tin
    oat flour brownies on parchment paper

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make my own oat flour?

    Absolutely! To make homemade oat flour, add 2 cups of rolled oats to a high-speed blender and blend until they are a flour-like consistency. Make sure there are no grains left! Then, measure out 1/2 cup of flour and save the rest for later.

    Are they gluten free?

    Yes, oat flour brownies are gluten-free. Just make sure to buy gluten free certified oat flour or use gluten free certified rolled oats if you are making homemade oat flour.

    Can I make them dairy free?

    Yes, you can make these brownies dairy free by using vegan chocolate and coconut oil instead of the butter.

    How to store leftovers?

    for best results, store leftover oat flour brownies in an air-tight container at room temperature or in the fridge for 3 – 4 days.

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    Try these dessert recipes next!

    • Eggless Brownie Skillet Recipe
    • Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars
    • Double Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread
    • Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookies

    Did you make this recipe?

    If you make this recipe, be sure to comment and rate it down below. Also, don’t forget to tag me @healthfulblondie on Instagram and use the hashtag #healthfulblondie so I can see your delicious creation and share it with my followers!

    oat flour brownies

    Oat Flour Brownies

    Fudgy and dense oat flour brownies that are seriously delicious and the perfect healthy dessert. They're gluten-free and made with simple ingredients!
    5 from 17 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Serving 12 servings

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 eggs, room temperature
    • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, room temperature
    • ⅔ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • ½ cup unsalted butter
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • ½ cup oat flour, spooned and leveled
    • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, spooned and leveled
    • ½ tsp baking powder
    • ¼ tsp salt

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8x8” baking pan.
    • In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 1/3 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips in 15 – 20 second intervals so it doesn’t burn. Stir in between each interval until chocolate is fully melted. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk the eggs. Then fold in the apple sauce, sugar, and vanilla extract.
    • Once the chocolate and butter are cooled, add to the bowl with the other wet ingredients. Gently whisk to combine.
    • Fold in the oat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
    • Fold in the remaining 1/3 cup of chocolate chips.
    • Transfer batter to greased baking pan and top with a handful of additional chocolate chips.
    • Bake for 24 - 28 minutes, depending on how fudgy you want them. I usually do 24-25 minutes for a denser/gooier. If you want more cakey brownies, bake them on the longer side.
    • Let cool and enjoy!

    Notes

    Cocoa Powder: I recommend Ghirardelli unsweetened 100% cocoa powder. I do not recommend Trader Joe’s cocoa powder. I have found it lacks flavor.
    Oat Flour: I recommend Arrowhead Mills or Bob’s Red Mill. You can use homemade oat flour as well - make sure it is super finely blended.
    Unsweetened Applesauce: You substitute with sweetened applesauce if needed.
    Semi-Sweet Chocoalte Chips: You can substitute milk, dark, or vegan chocolate. If you only have a bar, chop it up into pieces with a knife and measure 1/3 cup.
    Butter: If you are dairy-free, you can substitute with melted coconut oil.
    Dairy-Free Verison: Substitute the butter with coconut oil and the chocolate with a dairy-free version.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 284IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, Healthy
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    1. Hadley says

      January 05, 2022 at 8:52 am

      5 stars
      These are certainly one of the best brownies I have had in a while. I am very (pleasantly) shocked that there is applesauce in them. You can’t tell. They have a great chocolate flavor. I cooked mine for 24 minutes and they were denser which I liked. If you want a more cake brownie then cook them for longer. Thank you for this delicious recipe. I will make it again.

      Reply
    2. Saskia Chermayeff says

      January 06, 2022 at 3:38 pm

      5 stars
      super rich and delicious !!

      Reply
    3. Mary Kate says

      January 23, 2022 at 9:32 am

      5 stars
      Very good recipe! Found it on Pinterest and it was a home run with my kiddos. Thank you and I will make more of your recipes.

      Reply
    4. Liz says

      January 23, 2022 at 2:05 pm

      5 stars
      The flavor is amazing and the texture is so nice for a gf baked good. I was thrown off because when I tasted it before pouring in the pan it was super bitter, then I realized the sugar was missing from the instructions list so I had forgotten to put it in lol.
      I baked for 25 mins for a cakey brownie and it was perfect

      Reply
      • Tati Chermayeff says

        January 23, 2022 at 8:56 pm

        Hi! Thank you so much for pointing that out; I try my best but not perfect 🙂 so happy you enjoyed!!

        Reply
    5. Tara says

      February 27, 2022 at 9:09 am

      Could chocolate protein powder be used in this recipe?

      Reply
      • Tati Chermayeff says

        February 27, 2022 at 9:15 am

        Hi! I would not since I have not tested this. Protein powder will have a different effect than cocoa powder. But, if you try, let me know how it turns out!

        Reply
    6. Danish says

      February 27, 2022 at 2:34 pm

      5 stars
      10/10
      The recipe is amazing! Had to make it a couple times to get it right! Stoked to try out other recipes as well!

      Reply
    7. Kayleigh says

      March 08, 2022 at 8:15 am

      5 stars
      I’ve looked for healthy brownies for ages and then found your recipe and it’s incredible! Thank you for creating this x

      Reply
    8. Jazlin says

      April 26, 2022 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      I made these brownies the other day for something sweet after dinner that I didn’t have to feel guilty over. They were delicious! I had some frozen bananas in the freezer and blended them with nut butter and topped these brownies with some banana Nice cream. Totally recommend trying these out!

      Reply
    9. Lupe says

      December 25, 2022 at 8:57 pm

      5 stars
      I didn’t have semi-sweet chocolate chips, so I used part of a milk chocolate bar, and this came out so chewy and delicious. Almost like cake! I would definitely like to make this again!

      Reply
      • Tati Chermayeff says

        December 26, 2022 at 1:13 am

        So happy to hear that worked! These are my favorite.

        Reply

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    I’m Tati, a foodie, recipe developer, and blogger based in Austin, Texas. I started Healthful Blondie in 2020 to celebrate life, health, and my passion for cooking and baking. If you are in search of “lightened-up,” healthier versions of classics, you are in the right spot! My recipes are easy to follow, simple, and super tasty.

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