Olive Oil Brownies

Olive Oil Brownies are made with extra virgin olive oil, Dutch cocoa, and dark brown sugar for a rich fudgy brownie recipe with a hint of fruitiness.

These Olive Oil Brownies join my Coconut Oil Chocolate Chip Cookies and Wacky Cake in a lineup perfect for those looking for dairy-free desserts!

 

Lactose intolerant chocoholics, rejoice! These super fudgy Olive Oil Brownies will conquer all your cravings without leaving you with tummy troubles!

This dark chocolate treat calls for cocoa powder and chocolate chips, and dark brown sugar for extra indulgence. But whether you eat dairy-free or not, if you love chocolate, you’ll be obsessed with this irresistibly rich dessert.

Can You Use Olive Oil In Brownies? 

Yes! The not-so-secret ingredient in these Dairy-Free Brownies is olive oil, which replaces butter in the brownie batter. The result is surprisingly delicious!

How Do You Make Olive Oil Brownies? 

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder and set the flour mixture aside.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together boiling water and cocoa powder until smooth. Then, whisk in the olive oil, melted chocolate, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Whisk the brown and granulated sugars into the wet ingredients, then fold in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips. Pour into a prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle evenly with sea salt.
5. Bake until brownies are set and firm to the touch, about 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let cool completely before cutting into 9 squares.

Tips For Making Olive Oil Brownies

• Use a plastic butter knife to cut hot brownies cleanly.
• I think these brownies taste best when they have cooled and not straight out of the oven.
• Line your pan with parchment paper to prevent brownies from sticking to the pan and easy removal.
• DO NOT make these in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer.
• These brownies are quite fudgy and dense and a toothpick inserted into the center may not come out clean even when they are done.

Will Olive Oil Make Brownies Taste Bad?

It may seem strange, but olive oil definitely won’t ruin your brownies recipe. However, you will taste a difference when you use this instead of butter or vegetable oil.

The olive oil gives these chocolate brownies an added hint of fruitiness. It also makes them dense, moist, and delicious!

Variations Of Olive Oil Brownies Recipe? 

There are a few touches you can add to this easy recipe if you’re looking for a little something extra. 

• If you’re a fan of Sea Salt Brownies, you can add a pinch of coarse sea salt on top of the batch. This really balances the flavor of the olive oil.
• Regular chocolate chips can be swapped for Dairy Free Chocolate Chips to make a Dairy-Free Brownies Recipe if you or a loved one is lactose intolerant. They’ll taste just as delicious!
• No dairy issues? Try adding some Whipped Cream and a scoop of homemade No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream for a cold treat.
• You can also serve an ice cream-topped brownie with a drizzle of Dulce De Leche Caramel Sauce or fudge sauce. Add some chopped nuts and a cherry for a perfect brownie a la mode!

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