Rich & Fudgy Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies

These fudgy chocolate hazelnut brownies are decadent, full of chocolate flavor, and topped with a luscious ganache. They're made with a rich chocolate hazelnut spread and cacao powder to satisfy all your chocolate cravings—vegan, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and oil-free.

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Rich and fudgy, these Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut brownies are topped with a luxurious layer of chocolate ganache and chopped hazelnuts, making them an instant crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Plus, they are so easy to make and contain only healthy ingredients you want to indulge in.

looking down at the chocolate hazelnut brownies with raw hazelnuts sprinkled on top of the chocolate ganache

If there’s one thing that can instantly brighten up my day, it's a batch of brownies! And, although I have plenty of them on the blog, like my Fudgy Nut-Free Brownies or Gluten-Free Vegan Protein Brownies, to name a few, you can never have enough brownie recipes, in my humble opinion. These come with a rich chocolate ganache and moist crumbs—who doesn't love that—and every bite into these gooey brownies has the perfect balance of chocolate and hazelnut flavors.

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Ingredients To Make Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies:
How to Make It:
Top Tips:
Variations and Substitutions:
Storage:
Equipment Used:
Recipe FAQs:
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Ingredients To Make Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies:

These brownies are made with simple ingredients, easily found at your grocery store or online, and are sure to become a family favorite. I'll leave links to certain ingredients so you can easily find them and use them for baking other goodies on the blog as well.

the hazelnut brownies with the wilderness poets chocolate hazelnut butter

Gluten-Free Flour: This makes the brownie recipe accessible to those avoiding gluten while still giving a wonderful, moist texture.
Maple Crystals: You know, I love this natural sweetener and use it for baking goods or making delicious drinks like my Chocolate Hazelnut Frappe. It adds a unique depth of sweetness and a hint of caramel flavor without using refined sugars.
Cacao Powder: It contributes to the deep chocolate flavor. For the best results, use high-quality cocoa powder. And one bag goes a long way. Use some to make my amazing Vegan Brownie Waffles and you should definitely use some to make my Healthy Chocolate Banana Smoothie.
Ground Flaxseed + Water (Flax Egg): Acts as an egg replacement, binding the brownie batter together while keeping it completely vegan.
Vanilla Bean Powder: It's another one of my favorite products. Just like in my Gluten-Free Vanilla Muffins, it adds a rich vanilla flavor that enhances the overall taste of these chocolate hazelnut brownies.
Wilderness Poets Chocolate Hazelnut Butter: The star of the show. It makes for the best brownies with a delicious hazelnut flavor while adding a gooey, fudgy texture.
Water: Helps create a smooth batter consistency.
Vegan Chocolate Chips & Coconut Cream (for Ganache): Combined they make a rich ganache that adds an extra layer of indulgence to these fudgy brownies.
Chopped Hazelnuts: They add a crunchy texture and enhance the hazelnut flavor of the brownies.

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How to Make It:

It all comes together rather quickly. These vegan chocolate hazelnut brownies are so easy to make with the right ingredients. Let's have a look.

Prepare the Flax Egg: Combine the ground flax seeds and water in a small bowl. Set aside for 5-10 minutes to let it thicken.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the gluten-free flour, cacao powder, maple crystals, and vanilla bean powder to ensure an even mixture.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the prepared flax egg, Wilderness Poets Chocolate Hazelnut Butter, and ⅓ cup of water to the flour mixture. Stir to create a thick brownie batter.
Bake the Brownies: Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a wooden spoon. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely.
Prepare the Ganache: Melt the vegan chocolate chips and coconut cream in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth. Cool slightly, then chill in the freezer.
Assemble: Spread the chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled brownie cake and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts for a little crunch. Slice and enjoy!

Top Tips:

Here are a few things you should keep in mind before embarking on this brownie recipe to get the best results.

Use Room Temperature Ingredients: This helps the batter mix more evenly and ensures the fudgy brownies have the right consistency.
Don’t Overmix: Stir just until the wet ingredients and dry ingredients are combined to avoid cakey brownies.
Cooling is Key: Let the brownies cool completely before spreading on the ganache to prevent it from melting.

a close up of the chocolate hazelnut brownies to show the glossy texture of the chocolate ganache frosting

Variations and Substitutions:

If you're making them for the first time, I highly recommend following the recipe exactly. However, once you're familiar with how to make them, I will give you a few options for adding your own variations or substitutions.

Hazelnut Butter: For a different flavor profile, substitute with peanut butter or almond butter. You can use the same peanut butter as in my Peanut Butter Marshmallow Cookies.
Add Flaky Sea Salt: A sprinkle of flaky sea salt over the ganache adds a delicious contrast to the sweetness.
Instant Espresso Powder: For deeper chocolate flavor, add ½ teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the brownie batter. Especially if you have any leftovers from making my Chewy Vegan Coffee Cookies.

Storage:

Store these brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also wrap them in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to a month.

Equipment Used:

Mixing Bowls: To mix the brownie batter, create the flax egg and ganache.
Small Saucepan: For melting the ganache ingredients over low heat.
Square Baking Pan: To bake the brownie batter.
Spatula or Wooden Spoon: Use this to spread the brownie batter evenly into the baking pan and the ganache evenly over the brownie cake.
Serrated knife: To cut the cake into squared brownies.

the chocolate hazelnut brownies with the chocolate hazelnut butter

Recipe FAQs:

Can I use regular flour?

Yes, you can use all-purpose flour instead of gluten-free flour if you don’t need these to be gluten-free.

Can I make these brownies without the ganache?

Absolutely! These chocolate hazelnut brownies are still rich and delicious without the ganache. The ganache just takes them to the next level of indulgence, so I would definitely recommend topping the brownies with this rich goodness, especially because the ingredients are all healthy.

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