Chewy & Fudgy Purple Ube Brownies Recipe
These Chewy & Fudgy Purple Ube Brownies offer a delightful twist on traditional brownies by incorporating vibrant ube extract and creamy white chocolate. They are naturally gluten-free and deliver a rich, chewy texture with a subtle sweetness and unique purple hue, perfect for anyone craving a special treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino-American Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup butter (or coconut oil)
- 8 oz white chocolate (preferably bars, not chips)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp ube extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1¼ cup gluten free all purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, making sure the sides are covered. Grease the uncovered sides to prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter and White Chocolate: Cut the butter into cubes and the white chocolate into smaller pieces. Place them in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals or melt together using a double boiler, stirring occasionally until both are melted and combined smoothly.
- Add Sugar, Salt, and Ube Extract: Stir in the granulated sugar, sea salt, and ube extract, whisking to combine. The mixture may feel gritty at this stage, which is normal.
- Incorporate Eggs: Whisk in the eggs thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Flour: Gently fold the gluten-free all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender, chewy brownie texture.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the center is set but still slightly soft.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the brownies to cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then carefully lift them out using the parchment paper. Cool for an additional 15 minutes before slicing into 16 squares to ensure they are fully set.
Notes
- Using ube extract gives the brownies their distinctive purple color but you can adjust the amount based on your flavor preference.
- Do not overmix the flour to avoid tough brownies.
- The center of the brownies may seem soft when removed from the oven but will firm up as they cool.
- These brownies are naturally gluten-free when using gluten-free flour, making them suitable for those avoiding gluten.
- Butter can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
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