Vegan Brownies

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with vegetable oil or line with parchment paper.

Combine the unbleached all-purpose flour, white sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl, stirring until evenly blended.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Bake in the preheated oven for 28–32 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.