Here’s a step-by-step guide to making fudgy cassava flour brownies. These brownies are gluten-free, rich, and super satisfying.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

• ½ cup cassava flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

• ½ cup unsalted butter (melted) or coconut oil
• ¾ cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
• ¼ cup brown sugar (optional for extra fudginess)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins:

• ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
• ½ cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a medium bowl, whisk together cassava flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients:

In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugars until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk again until creamy and well combined.

4. Add Dry Ingredients to Wet:

Gradually sift the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until the batter is smooth and thick. Avoid overmixing.

5. Fold in Add-ins (Optional):

If desired, fold in chocolate chips and/or nuts for extra flavor and texture.

6. Pour Batter into Pan:

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to smooth the top.

7. 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 (not wet batter).

8. Cool Completely:

Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, lift them out using the parchment paper and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips for Success:

• Texture: If you prefer fudgier brownies, reduce baking time slightly. For cakier brownies, bake closer to 25 minutes.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
• Variations: Swirl peanut butter or cream cheese into the batter before baking for extra indulgence.