Can I make these gluten-free?

Yes. use a high-quality 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Can I substitute olive oil for butter?

Absolutely. I love using butter infused extra virgin olive oil.

Coconut sugar provides subtle caramel undertones and slightly less sweetness than white sugar. You can also use brown sugar if desired.

Why add flaky sea salt?

Flaky salt enhances chocolate flavor and balances sweetness. It's not optional - it's essential.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes. Use a 9 x 13 - inch pan and increase bake time to 30 - 32 minutes.

Chocolate Sea Salt Brownies (Fudgy, One Bowl Recipe)

Fudgy Chocolate Sea Salt Brownies with Coconut Sugar (One Bowl)

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Author: Caitlin
Total Time: 36 minutes
Yield: 9 large brownies 1x
Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Fudgy chocolate sea salt brownies made with coconut sugar, melted butter, and dark chocolate chips. One-bowl method with a crackly top and perfectly chewy center.

Ingredients

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WET INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup melted butter
1 cup coconut sugar (sub with brown sugar)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature

DRY INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free 1:1 flour blend
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

ADD-INS

3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Flaky sea salt for finishing

Coconut sugar adds a gentle caramel note that pairs beautifully with dark chocolate.

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Instructions

Prepare the Pan : Preheat the oven to 350℉ and line an 8 x 8 – inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
Mix Wet Ingredients : Whisk melted butter and coconut sugar until glossy and smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well between each addition. Stir in vanilla. Whisking thoroughly helps create that signature crackly brownie top.
Add Dry Ingredients : Add cocoa powder, flour, and fine sea salt. Fold each ingredient gently until just combined. Do not over mix.
Add Chocolate Chips : Fold in chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
Bake : Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake for 22 – 26 minutes. Doneness cue : the edges should be set and slightly pulling from the pan. The center should look just set with a slight soft jiggle. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
Finish with Flaky Sea Salt : Cool for 10 minutes, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt across the top while still slightly warm. Allow to cool completely before slicing for clean edges.