This post is sponsored by Thrive Algae Oil.
Fudgy Vegan Birthday Cake Brownies
moist.
chocolate.
birthday cake.
in brownie form
with an extra chocolate fudge factor.
Oh and these homemade brownies are dairy free, egg free, gluten free and made with maple syrup and almond flour. #healthybrowniegoals
You may be thinking, how is it even possible for brownies to be vegan… aren’t the main ingredients in brownie making ummmm…
BUTTER
and
EGGS?!?
Yes, BUT let me explain, I subbed in ground flaxseed + Thrive Culinary Algae Oil and this recipe does not disappoint.
If you’re not familiar with Thrive yet, it contains fats that are good for your heart and its light, neutral taste works great in baking recipes. Thrive contains the highest level of monounsaturated fat (MUFAs), the good fats, of any cooking oil and only 0.5g of saturated fat per serving (that’s 75% less saturated fat than olive oil).
I’m also pretty obsessed with cooking with Thrive because it has a super high smoke point (up to 485 degrees), which means it doesn’t burn at high temperatures, making grilling, searing, and roasting better-for-you.
Mamas if you’re looking for a healthier birthday cake recipe to serve up this summer for your minis, you must try these Fudgy Vegan Birthday Cake Brownies.
These brownies are made in a muffin pan and work great for a birthday party topped with and your favorite frosting or ice cream and sprinkles.
Are you a chewy edge brownie person? Or do you prefer the gooey center piece? If you like edgy brownies, I recommend greasing pan with Thrive instead of using muffin liners. And if you’re asking me, brownie edges all the way.
Also good news, Publix stores throughout Florida (including Orlando, Kissimmee, and Deltona) are doing tastings with Thrive today through Sunday, May 20, and I’d love for you to give it a try while you’re gathering your weekly grocery haul – Check with your local store to find out which day they’re offering tastings.
Fudgy Vegan Birthday Cake Brownies
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
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Fudgy Vegan Birthday Cake Brownies moist. chocolate. birthday cake. in brownie form with an extra chocolate fudge factor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup Thrive Culinary Algae Oil
- ½ cup 100% pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (to make “flax eggs” see notes below)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup full fat coconut milk
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup cocoa powder (vegan)
- ½ cup gluten free all purpose flour
- ½ cup superfine almond flour
- ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare flax eggs by mixing 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons water and place in refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F; grease 12 count muffin tin with Thrive Culinary Algae Oil.
- In large bowl, mix together Thrive, maple syrup, flax eggs, vanilla, and coconut milk.
- Whisk in baking powder and cocoa powder until fully combined.
- Stir in gluten free all purpose flour and almond flour; fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon brownie batter into prepared muffin cups, and top with additional chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes or until brownies are set. Allow to cool before removing from pan; may need to run knife around edge to gently release brownie from sides of pan.
- Store in airtight container on countertop for 2-3 days or in refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 261
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 23mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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This recipe was delicious! I’m fairly newer at making vegan recipes and wanted to cater to some members in my family that are vegan. The brownies were rich and moist. Thanks for a great recipe!
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Wow… This brownies is so yummy. I can’t wait my wife will make it too. Thanks for sharing this recipes and I’m sure this brownies wont last in 1 day. haha
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I made these and they are totally delicious. I didn’t think they would come out as well as yours but they tasted fantastic. And I love the ingredients. My kids loved them too. Realistically, anything that has fudgy and cake and brownies in the same name is always going to be appreciated in our house so I knew they’d be a hit with the kids as well.
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I’m so glad to hear that the whole family loved them!! Thanks so much for your comment.
Wow, this has lot of omega 3’s. I am going to share with those who are on vegan diet. The coconut milk also I think would go so well with the chocolate.
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Thanks for sharing the recipe Roxana!
My best friend is vegan and I am totally making this for her birthday on Sunday!
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yay! hope they love them!
I’m all about the brownie edges, and also these vegan brownies! I have never heard of Thrive before, but I am going to have to look for it at my health food store. Thank you for sharing!
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Brownie edges all the way!! You can also find Thrive on Amazon and now Publix!
I LOVE the idea of birthday cake brownies. What could be better? And you’ve made yours healthier which makes them even better!
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Thanks Karen– I always like to put a healthier spin.
These brownies look phenomenal! These would disappear so quickly at my house!
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haha yes– one minor detail I forgot to mention 😉