Valentine’s Day Heart-Shaped Brownies Recipe

Introduction

These Valentine’s Day heart-shaped brownies are a delightful treat perfect for sharing with loved ones. Made with simple ingredients and dairy-free options, they’re moist, chocolatey, and decorated with a festive touch.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of flour
• 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup of non-dairy milk
• 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed
• 2.5 tablespoons of water
• 2 tablespoons of dairy-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
• A pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar or dairy-free frosting for decoration
• Red food coloring (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine the ground flaxseed with water in a small bowl to make a flax egg. Let it sit for a few minutes until it thickens.
2. Step 2: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a heart-shaped baking pan by lightly greasing it, or use a regular pan if you plan to cut out the shapes later.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
4. Step 4: In another bowl, whisk the vegetable oil, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, and the flax egg until smooth.
5. Step 5: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined and smooth.
6. Step 6: Fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts if using, distributing them evenly through the batter.
7. Step 7: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.
8. Step 8: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
9. Step 9: Allow the brownies to cool completely. If using a regular pan, cut out heart shapes with cookie cutters once cool enough to handle.
10. Step 10: Decorate the brownies with powdered sugar or dairy-free frosting. Add red food coloring to the frosting for an extra festive touch if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Substitute ground flaxseed with chia seeds to make the flax egg if you prefer.
• Use almond or oat milk as your non-dairy milk option for added flavor.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor.
• Try decorating with fresh berries or edible flowers for a natural touch.

Storage

Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat briefly in the microwave if desired, or enjoy chilled for a fudgier texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these brownies gluten-free?

Yes, you can use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to make the brownies gluten-free. Be sure your baking powder is also gluten-free.

How can I make the brownies more fudgy?

Reduce the baking time slightly and avoid overbaking. You can also add a tablespoon of applesauce or replace some of the oil with melted vegan butter to increase fudginess.

Valentine’s Day Heart-Shaped Brownies Recipe

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These Valentine’s Day Heart-Shaped Brownies are a deliciously fudgy and vegan-friendly treat perfect for celebrating love. Made with simple, plant-based ingredients including flaxseed as an egg substitute, cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor, and dairy-free chocolate chips or nuts for added texture. Baked to perfection and decorated with powdered sugar or dairy-free frosting, these heart-shaped brownies are ideal for a romantic occasion or a sweet snack.

• Author: Naya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 8 brownies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of flour
• 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• A pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup of non-dairy milk
• 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed
• 2.5 tablespoons of water

Optional Add-ins

• 2 tablespoons of dairy-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts
• Red food coloring

For Decoration

• Powdered sugar or dairy-free frosting

Instructions

1. Make flax egg: Combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 2.5 tablespoons of water in a small bowl and let it rest for about 5-10 minutes until it thickens to a gel-like consistency to substitute for an egg.
2. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a heart-shaped baking pan or a regular baking pan if you plan to cut out heart shapes later.
3. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
4. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable oil, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, and the prepared flax egg until well blended.
5. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
6. Add optional mix-ins: Fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
7. Pour batter into pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly for uniform baking.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no raw batter.
9. Cool and shape: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. If baked in a regular pan, use a heart-shaped cutter to cut the brownies into heart shapes.
10. Decorate: Dust with powdered sugar or spread dairy-free frosting on top. Add red food coloring to the frosting for a Valentine’s themed touch if desired.

Notes

• Make sure to let the flax egg rest long enough to thicken before mixing into the batter.
• You can substitute the non-dairy milk with any plant-based milk like almond, soy, or oat milk.
• Dairy-free chocolate chips add extra richness but can be omitted for nut variations.
• Cooling completely before cutting ensures clean heart-shaped pieces.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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