These raspberry brownies are proof that better-for-you baking can still bring the wow factor. Bursting with bold chocolate flavor and studded with tangy freeze-dried raspberries, each fudgy square strikes the perfect balance of rich and refreshing. A swirl of raspberry jam adds just the right amount of fruity flair—and makes them look as good as they taste. Bonus: They’re completely vegan and gluten-free, so they’re a feel-good treat everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re whipping up a batch for a weeknight indulgence or a sweet addition to your next get-together, these brownies are a decadent delight from start to finish.

Raspberry Brownies (Gluten-Free)
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cool Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 179 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. flaxseed meal
- 3/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Dutched cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 cup vegan butter melted
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1-1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup freeze-dried raspberries
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving two inches overhang on two sides.
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In a medium bowl, combine flaxseed meal with 6 tablespoons water. Let sit 5 to 10 minutes until mixture thickens.
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In mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt.
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Add sugar to the bowl with the flax eggs and whisk well to combine. Add butter and vanilla and whisk until sugar is dissolved.
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Add dry ingredient mixture and stir until combined. Fold in raspberries.
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Transfer batter to prepared pan and smooth flat with rubber spatula. Dollop jam over batter and use butter knife to swirl jam into batter.
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Bake 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick in the center comes out mostly clean.
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Cool 5 minutes in pan, then use parchment paper overhang to transfer brownies to wire rack to cool to room temperature before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Raspberry Brownies (Gluten-Free)
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 179
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0.04g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Sodium 127mg5%
Potassium 124mg4%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 363IU7%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 30mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.