This was my very first time baking vegan brownies. I was invited to a vegan friend’s house for Christmas and wanted to bring something homemade for her. I grew up in a culture where you never go to someone’s home empty handed, and baking has always been my way of showing care and gratitude. I wanted something familiar and comforting, a dessert that would not feel like a compromise, even for non-vegans. These brownies turned out deeply chocolatey, fudgy in the center, and stur

Brownies and coffee have always gone hand in hand for me. I used to love sitting in a quiet café with a hot flat white and a rich brownie on the side, taking a proper pause from the day. Over time, I realized that same feeling doesn’t have to stay outside the house. It can live in my own kitchen too, often with even better results. These brownies are exactly how I like them. Rich and fudgy, with a shiny crackly top and a soft center that almost melts as you bite into it. Toas