Low FODMAP Brownies
Fudgy, intensely chocolate brownies with a crackly top. Made with gluten-free flour and dark chocolate chunks.

Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Line a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- 3
Melt butter and chopped chocolate in a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- 4
Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- 5
Whisk in brown sugar until combined.
- 6
In a small bowl, whisk rice flour, cornstarch, xanthan gum, and salt.
- 7
Add eggs and vanilla to chocolate mixture, stirring well.
- 8
Fold in flour mixture until just combined.
- 9
Stir in chocolate chips.
- 10
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.
- 11
Bake for 22-25 minutes until top is set but center is still slightly soft.
- 12
Cool completely in pan before cutting.
- 13
Use parchment to lift out and cut into 16 squares.
FODMAP Notes
Dark chocolate is low FODMAP in controlled amounts. Rice flour and cornstarch are safe. One brownie per serving keeps chocolate portions within limits.
Tips
- 💡 Don't overbake - center should be fudgy
- 💡 Use quality dark chocolate for best flavor
- 💡 Add walnuts if tolerated
- 💡 Cool completely for clean cuts
Recipe Notes
These are the brownies everyone wants - fudgy, chocolatey, and with that signature crackly top. The gluten-free flour blend works perfectly here.
Substitutions
- Butter: Dairy-free butter
- Add-ins: Pecans or peanut butter swirl
- Sugar: Coconut sugar
Storage
- Room temperature: Keeps 4 days
- Freezer: Freezes well up to 3 months
FODMAP Stacking Note
One brownie (1/16 of pan) is a low FODMAP serving. Dark chocolate is portioned appropriately.
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