This Costco Almond Flour Brownie Recipe is a fudgy and chewy recipe, which is made with almond flour and cocoa powder. It’s a great gluten-free dessert option, ready in about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Jump to RecipeCostco Almond Flour Brownie Recipe Ingredients
- 1½ cups almond flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup butter, melted
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- ½ cup chocolate chips, plus more for topping (optional)
How To Make Costco Almond Flour Brownies
- Prep Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to act as handles.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder. If your almond flour seems lumpy, you can sift it first. Set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
- Make the Batter: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the ½ cup of chocolate chips.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer. If desired, sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top. Bake for 35 to 42 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: The brownies are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean, with a few moist crumbs attached. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out and cutting them into squares.
Recipe Tips
- How do I get a perfectly fudgy brownie? The key to a fudgy, gooey center is to not overbake. The brownies are ready to come out of the oven when a toothpick has moist crumbs attached, not when it’s perfectly clean. They will continue to set as they cool.
- How do I make these brownies dairy-free? This recipe is easily adapted. Substitute the butter with a dairy-free block-style butter substitute, and make sure to use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- How do I get clean, neat slices? For the cleanest cuts, it is essential that the brownies are completely cool. Chilling them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before slicing also helps. Use a large, sharp knife and wipe the blade clean between each cut.
- Should I sift the almond flour? Almond flour can sometimes be clumpy. While not strictly necessary, sifting it with the other dry ingredients will ensure a smoother, more uniform batter without any lumps.
What To Serve With Almond Flour Brownies
These rich and decadent brownies are a perfect treat on their own, but they are even more delicious with:
- A tall, cold glass of milk or almond milk.
- A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and a drizzle of hot fudge sauce.
- A dusting of powdered sugar and a side of fresh raspberries.
How To Store Almond Flour Brownies
Store: Place the completely cooled brownies in an airtight container. They will stay fresh on the counter for 3-4 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze: These brownies freeze very well. Once they are completely cool, you can wrap the entire slab or individual squares tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil. They can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature.
Almond Flour Brownies Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 236kcal
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Sugar: 23g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes, because this recipe uses almond flour instead of traditional wheat flour, these brownies are naturally gluten-free. Just be sure to check that your baking powder and chocolate chips are certified gluten-free if you have a severe allergy.
This recipe is specifically developed for the unique properties of almond flour. Substituting it with other flours like coconut flour or an all-purpose gluten-free blend would require significant changes to the other ingredients and is not recommended for a direct swap.
A cakey texture is usually the result of overbaking. Almond flour bakes differently than regular flour. Start checking the brownies at the 35-minute mark and pull them from the oven when the center is still slightly soft for the fudgiest result.
Costco Almond Flour Brownie Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy16
servings15
minutes40
minutes236
kcalIncredibly rich, fudgy, and chewy gluten-free brownies made with almond flour and loaded with chocolate, for a simple and addictive dessert.
Ingredients
1½ cups almond flour
½ tsp baking powder & ½ tsp salt
¾ cup cocoa powder
½ cup melted butter
¾ cup white sugar & ¾ cup brown sugar
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
½ cup chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, both sugars, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-42 minutes.
- The brownies are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use a dairy-free butter substitute and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Do not overbake the brownies to ensure they stay fudgy and moist.
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing for the cleanest cuts.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
