super rich vegan brownies

### Instructions:

#### Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Start by preheating your oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, or lightly grease it to ensure the brownies come out easily after baking.

#### Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the **all-purpose flour**, **cocoa powder**, **baking powder**, and **salt**. This ensures all the dry ingredients are well-combined and the cocoa powder is evenly distributed throughout the flour.

#### Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix together the **coconut sugar**, **applesauce**, **plant-based milk**, **melted coconut oil**, and **vanilla extract**. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

#### Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well-combined. The batter should be thick and rich. If you’re using chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the batter at this point.

#### Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Pour the brownie batter into your prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about **20-25 minutes**, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with just a few moist crumbs. The brownies will continue to firm up as they cool.

#### Step 6: Cool and Slice
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. This will help them firm up and become even more fudgy. If you’re in a rush, you can refrigerate them for 30 minutes for quicker results!

### Tips for Perfect Vegan Brownies:

1. **Don’t overmix the batter**: Overmixing can cause the brownies to be too dense. Stir until just combined for the best texture.
2. **Quality cocoa powder is key**: The flavor of cocoa powder shines through in these brownies, so using a high-quality, unsweetened cocoa powder will elevate the taste.
3. **Add-ins**: Feel free to customize your brownies with your favorite mix-ins—vegan chocolate chips, crushed nuts, or even swirls of peanut butter for added richness.
4. **Chill for extra fudginess**: If you like your brownies extra fudgy, refrigerate them for a few hours before cutting. This gives them a more intense flavor and denser texture.
5. **Serve with ice cream**: For a decadent treat, serve these brownies with your favorite dairy-free ice cream or a drizzle of vegan caramel sauce!

### Why You’ll Love These Brownies:
– **Vegan-friendly**: Made without any animal products but still packed with flavor.
– **Fudgy goodness**: The perfect texture—moist, gooey, and satisfying.
– **Simple and quick**: Made with pantry staples and in under 30 minutes of bake time!
– **Customizable**: Add-ins like chocolate chips, walnuts, or swirls of peanut butter allow you to make these brownies uniquely yours.

These **Super Rich Vegan Brownies** are so indulgent that even non-vegans will be asking for seconds. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of coffee, as a dessert after dinner, or just because, they’re sure to become a go-to favorite in your baking repertoire.

Enjoy, and happy baking!