Teff Chocolate Brownies | Gluten-Free Ancient Grain Dessert

Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies made with nutrient-dense teff flour for a deeper flavor and tender crumb. About This Recipe Teff flour brings an earthy, slightly sweet complexity to these decadent brownies while adding iron, calcium, and protein. The fine texture of teff creates an incredibly moist, fudgy brownie that rivals any traditional recipe. Ingredients ½ cup teff flour ½ cup cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed) ⅞ cup sugar (or up to 1 cup for sweeter brownies) ¼ teaspoon baking powder (optional, omit for denser texture) ¼ teaspoon salt 2 large eggs ½ cup melted butter or coconut oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon espresso powder (optional but recommended) ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together teff flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder (if using), salt, and espresso powder (if using). In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then stir in melted butter and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter). Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Recipe Details Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Servings: 16 brownies Difficulty: Easy Dietary Info: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Can be made Vegan Tips & Variations For Ultra-Fudgy Texture Don't overbake - the center should still look slightly underdone Teff absorbs moisture aggressively, so the increased fat (½ cup) ensures richness For even denser brownies, omit the baking powder entirely Sweetness Adjustments The base recipe uses ⅞ cup sugar for a balanced dark chocolate flavor For sweeter, more classic brownies, increase to 1 cup sugar The combination of teff's earthiness and cocoa can taste slightly bitter with less sugar Flavor Enhancements Add ½ teaspoon espresso powder to deepen chocolate flavor (highly recommended) Try ¼ teaspoon cinnamon for warmth Increase vanilla to 2 teaspoons for fuller flavor Replace 1 tablespoon sugar with maple syrup for complexity Cocoa Type Matters Natural cocoa: Slight acidity balances teff's earthiness Dutch-processed cocoa: Smoother, deeper flavor Both work well - expect slightly different flavor profiles Add-Ins Chopped walnuts or pecans for texture Swirl in almond or peanut butter before baking Vegan Version Replace eggs with: 1 flax egg + ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (for better structure) OR use 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water) - note: slightly denser, more crumbly texture Add ½ teaspoon baking soda + 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar for slight lift Use coconut oil instead of butter Expect a slightly less shiny top but equally delicious flavor

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