Chocolate Ragi Brownies (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

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Chocolate Ragi Brownies or Finger millet brownies are moist and decadent with rich chocolate flavor. These brownies are vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. They are the best healthy alternative to normal chocolate brownies.

These Egg-Less, Butter-Less, Gluten-free Chocolate Ragi Brownies are one of the best edible gifts for your vegan or gluten-free friends. These brownies can even be enjoyed by toddlers and kids. 

What is Ragi?

Ragi is a super grain, a millet. Also known as Finger Millet or Nachni in Hindi or Marathi. The grain actually originated in Africa and has been cultivated in Uganda and Ethiopia for many years. Ragi flour is prepared by either crushing dried grains or spouting, drying, and then grinding them. Believed to be a rich source of good carbohydrates, loaded with calcium, iron, protein, and fiber. Ragi helps to keep full for longer times and in turn, helps with weight loss (Source google).

Ragi Recipes 

Finger millet or Ragi can be replaced in our daily diet in the form of chapatis (flatbread) or as porridge for breakfast. I love to make this Ragi Roti, Ragi Mudde, Ragi Kadhi, Ragi Pancakes, Fermented Ragi Idli, Instant Ragi Dosa, Ragi Banana, and Dates Smoothie, etc. 

I make this Gluten-Free & Vegan Ragi Banana Cake, which is completely Sugar-free and Dairy-Free. Sugar here is in the form of Ripe bananas.  So coming to today’s recipe for a Vegan and Gluten-Free Chocolate Ragi Brownie. 

What is a brownie? 

A chocolate Brownie or a brownie is a square, baked chocolate dessert that can be chewy or cakey, depending on the density. They may include some nuts or chocolate chips or neither and can be enjoyed with warm milk/ a cup of coffee or as a dessert along with whipped cream or Ice Cream.

What does Chocolate Ragi Brownie taste like?  

Ragi is an acquired taste and you might wonder will this brownie taste so. No, you cannot taste much of the ragi. In fact, it is bursting with chocolate flavor. My 6-year-old fussy eater loves these brownies and I love to make them for her.

The texture of Vegan and Gluten-Free Chocolate Ragi Brownies

These brownies have a nutty texture from the flour and are not dense. They are light and moist. Look at the texture of the slice in the pic below. The texture would be different from the brownies which we make using all-purpose or plain flour, but when you want a gluten-free treat, this is the one. 

Ingredient Replacements 

Coconut Oil in Brownie

When I first tried this recipe, I was worried about the smell of coconut oil. Similarly, a few of my followers asked me the same thing. You might feel the taste of coconut oil if you are not used to this. But it actually adds taste to the brownie. I would say try it once and you would love it. If you are still concerned, replace it with olive oil or any flavorless oil.

Flax egg 

I am using flax egg here so that it is vegan. It is simply a gel made using flax powder and warm water. If you eat an egg and want to make it with an egg, simply use 1 egg instead of a flax egg.

Nuts

I have added nuts just as I like them. Have powdered and added it. If you want a nut-free version, simply skip the nuts.

Sweetener

One can replace dark brown sugar with granulated white sugar. One can replace the ¼ cup of brown sugar with honey or maple syrup. If honey is used it would not be vegan.

Ragi Flour

Ragi can be replaced with whole wheat flour. If whole wheat flour is used it would not be gluten-free.

Can Brownies be frozen?

Yes, all cakes, brownies, and cupcakes can be frozen. Let the brownies cool completely. Cut into squares or individual portion sizes. Arrange it on a baking or a flat tray and freeze it. Once frozen keep them in an air-tight container or a zip-lock bag. When required just warm them in a microwave. 

How to enjoy these brownies

We enjoy this as is for a quick evening snack or as a sizzling brownie. Top it up with a dollop of whipped cream or Ice cream and some melted chocolate.

Updates

I first posted this recipe on 24 August 2018. Today I have updated this recipe a bit. Earlier I used to sweeten this with honey or maple syrup. Few did not want to use honey, so I tried it with dark brown sugar and replaced that with a sweetener. Rest the recipe remains the same.  

Feedback on this brownie

These Ragi brownies have been tried by a lot of my viewers and friends. I have received personal feedback on this and everyone loved it.

Few more cake recipes on my blog

• Lemon Cake (No Baking Powder, No Baking Soda)
• Zucchini Chocolate Wholewheat Cake/Bread
• Easy Eggless Rava Cake (Semolina Cake)
• Eggless Chocolate Cooker Cake (Whole Wheat and without Cocoa powder)

or a complete list of Cakes on this page can be found here.

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