Chewy & Fudgy Purple Ube Brownies (Gluten-Free) Recipe
These Chewy & Fudgy Purple Ube Brownies are a delightful gluten-free treat that combines the rich flavors of white chocolate and the vibrant, unique taste of ube extract. Perfectly chewy and fudgy with a beautiful purple hue, these brownies are easy to make and bake in just 35 minutes, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Dry & Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (or coconut oil), cut into cubes
- 8 oz white chocolate (preferably bars, not chips), chopped
- 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 Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Grease the exposed sides of the pan to prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter and White Chocolate: Place butter cubes and chopped white chocolate in a large mixing bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, or melt together using a double boiler until fully melted and smooth.
- Add Sugar, Salt, and Ube Extract: Stir in the granulated sugar, sea salt, and ube extract, whisking until combined. The mixture might appear a bit gritty at this stage, but that’s normal.
- Incorporate Eggs: Whisk in the eggs until the mixture becomes smooth and cohesive.
- Fold in Flour: Gently fold the gluten-free all purpose flour into the batter until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
- Bake the Brownies: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the center is set but still slightly soft. The center will firm up as the brownies cool.
- Cool and Slice: Let the brownies cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully lift them out using the parchment paper. Cool completely for at least 15 minutes before slicing into 16 squares.
Notes
- Use bars of white chocolate for better melting results instead of chips.
- Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the brownies tender and chewy.
- Brownies may appear slightly underbaked in the center but will firm up as they cool.
- You can substitute butter with coconut oil to make the recipe dairy-free.
- Ensure the baking pan is properly lined and greased to avoid sticking.
