These Vegan Brownie Bites (aka "two-bite brownies") are full of chocolaty flavor and are easily made in one bowl. This vegan brownie recipe is gluten-free, refined sugar-free and nut-free too!
Jump to RecipeEvery time I bake a batch of these vegan brownies, I cannot stop hearing the old Tootsie Pop commercial in my head...
Except now it goes like this: How many bites does it take to eat a mini brownie?
One. Two (crumbs left on plate). Two. The answer is two. It takes two bites to eat a mini brownie. I mean, they are nicknamed "two-bite brownies" for a reason, right?
However, a better question would be: How many mini brownies will I actually get to eat before my husband and kids devour them all?
Zero. I will get to eat zero brownies.
That is, not unless I stash them in a secret location in the cupboard where no one will find them (which is basically just toward the back of the shelf since they don't look for anything past the front row anyway).
I'm just kidding. They're nice enough to let me have one, maybe two if I'm lucky. 😉
Just try them for yourself, and you'll see taste why they are so addictive. 🙂
What is needed to make this vegan brownie recipe?
In order to make these brownie bites, you'll need some aquafaba, which is the liquid found in a can of chickpeas.
Not only is it an amazing vegan egg substitute, but it also gives you an excuse to make another dish with chickpeas (not that you need one because chickpeas are awesome).
Just be sure you are using "no salt added" chickpeas to obtain your aquafaba.
You'll only need 6 tablespoons of aquafaba for this recipe, so you can store the rest in an airtight container (I use a mason jar) in the refrigerator for about a week.
You'll also need a 24-cup mini muffin tin and mini baking cups. I highly recommend using parchment baking cups to prevent sticking.
Other Ingredients Needed for These Two-Bite Brownies
- Coconut Oil
- Coconut Sugar
- Pure Maple Syrup
- Pure Vanilla Extract
- Gluten-Free, Whole-Grain Oat Flour
- Kosher Salt
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips
How to Make Vegan Brownie Bites
Before you get started, you will need to preheat your oven to 350° F and line your mini muffin tin with mini baking cups.
You'll also need to melt the coconut oil and let it cool down to room temperature.
Once the coconut oil has cooled, add it to a large mixing bowl along with coconut sugar, maple syrup, aquafaba and vanilla extract.
Then, whisk to combine. Next, whisk in oat flour and kosher salt.
Now, add cocoa powder.
Stir in the cocoa powder and then add mini chocolate chips.
Fold in the chocolate chips. Then, scoop batter into baking cups.
Bake for 18-22 minutes.
If you like these mini brownies, you might also enjoy these chickpea flour brownies and our vegan banana brownies.
Vegan Brownie Bites
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted and cooled so not too hot (I used refined coconut oil)
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 6 tablespoon aquafaba
- 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole-grain, gluten-free oat flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup mini refined sugar-free, vegan chocolate chips (such as Enjoy Life or Davis Chocolate)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F and line a 24-cup mini muffin tin with mini baking cups (I recommend using parchment baking cups to prevent sticking).
- Add coconut oil, coconut sugar, maple syrup, aquafaba and vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Whisk in oat flour and kosher salt.
- Stir in cocoa powder.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Use a small cookie scoop (I used a #60 disher) to scoop batter into baking cups.
- Bake on the center rack for 18-22 minutes until toothpick inserted in the center of one of the bites comes out clean with no streaks of batter (mine took 20 minutes). Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes.
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Brita
Can I use the standard cupcake size baking sheet? Any temp/time adjustments?
Sherri Hall
Hi Brita! I have not tried making them with a standard size cupcake pan. This recipe makes the exact amount you need for 24 minis, so I know it won't give you 12 regular sized ones, but I'm not sure how many since I haven't done it. I definitely think the bake time will be longer...maybe start with an extra 10 minutes and keep checking with a toothpick from there. Again, I'm not really sure since I never tried it, but feel free to let me know if you do and what adjustments you had to make.
Rachel
These are absolutely amazing! Perfectly sweet and moist. Such a hit!
Sherri Hall
Thank you so much, Rachel! So glad you enjoyed the brownies! 🙂
Alisha Rodrigues
WoW . These fudgy brownie bites are a total treat. The best part about these is making them in one bowl. Love the texture and the fact that it is gluten free and nut free
Sherri Hall
One-bowl recipes rock! Thanks so much, Alisha! 🙂
Analida Braeger
these look so sinful for something that is supposed to be healthy 😉 I am a chocolate fiend but These look great for making and hiding away to eat them all !
Sherri Hall
Thanks Analida! They are definitely perfect for chocolate lovers! 🙂
Karyl
I love that these brownie bites are little, cause then you can easily justify eating more! They look like a perfect mini dessert
Sherri Hall
So true! Thanks Karyl! 🙂
Sharon
I love these little bites of chocolate brownies. It's great that they are vegan too, perfect for kids snacks.
Sherri Hall
Thanks Sharon! My kids definitely can vouch for that! 🙂
Marisa F. Stewart
Oh, yum! You can eat these brownie bites without guilt. I think a lot of it is also portion control and you take care of that with making them mini-size. Excellent idea. They look so good and moist - I certainly wouldn't feel deprived. A great recipe to keep.
Sherri Hall
Thanks Marisa! They are definitely satisfying! 🙂
Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life
These vegan brownie bites look like the perfect ooey-gooey, chocolaty treat! I have some vegan friends who I'm should would love these! I'll definitely be passing the recipe on.
Sherri Hall
Thanks so much, Claire! 🙂
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen
These are so cute, and I love that they are made in one bowl! Look forward to trying these, they look delicious!
Sherri Hall
Thank you Carrie! Hope you enjoy them! 🙂
Jacquelyn Hastert
Since they are bite-sized that means I can have more than one at a time... right? I love that they meet everyone's lifestyle.
Sherri Hall
For sure, Jacquelyn! Thanks so much! 🙂
Elaine Benoit
I want these brownie bites and I want them now!! What a fun and inventive way to use aquafaba!! I've never heard of using it this way! These bites look nice and moist, chocolatey and delicious!
Sherri Hall
Thanks so much, Elaine! I love aquafaba ♥ 🙂
Colleen
These little bites look absolutely delectable! I haven't tried yet to use aquafaba in any recipes, but have been wanting to, So I can't wait to try it out with these lovely little brownies.
Sherri Hall
Thanks Colleen! Hope you enjoy the brownies and trying out aquafaba. It's an amazing ingredient! 🙂
Katherine | Love In My Oven
No word of a lie, I was SO excited to see this recipe. I love little treats like these that I don't have to feel TOO guilty about. I would have a problem keeping them away from my kids and husband too, so I'll need a little secret stash just like you!
Sherri Hall
Yes! Moms unite with a Mom stash of goodies...lol 😉 Thank you so much, Katherine! 🙂