Silken Tofu Brownies (with Zucchini)

November 30, 2023
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Silken Tofu Brownies are a delicious and healthy after-school snack. These easy fudgy vegan brownies are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth after dinner.

silken tofu brownies with peanut butter frosting on white plate

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I bet you didn’t know you could make fudgy brownies with tofu, but these are about to blow your mind.

I tend to have a sweet tooth, and enjoy a nice piece of chocolate after a meal or a sweeter snack. These healthy tofu brownies are fudgy and chocolatey and oh so delicious!

You would never know they’re made with tofu, which makes them one of my favorite easy silken tofu recipes! It’s so magical how such a protein-rich staple can transform into these.

My kids ask for these after school or in their lunches, and I’m so happy to know they are getting some extra protein.

Vegan fudge brownie with peanut butter frosting

These and my no bake cookie dough bites are sure wins for the kiddos.

What is Silken Tofu?

Silken tofu is undrained, unpressed tofu, and is the star of the show in these easy vegan chocolate brownies.

It is much softer than regular tofu, which makes it great for creamy recipes, blending, and pureeing.

Like tofu, silken tofu is gluten-free, cholesterol-free, dairy-free and vegan, so it is popular among many dietary lifestyles. We use it in meal prep often!

Tofu also offers calcium, manganese, iron and fiber. In fact, there are nearly 3 grams of fiber per half cup!

Why We Love Silken Tofu Brownies

The taste is unmatched, for one. And brownies with tofu are just so darn fun to share with friends and family, whether they are vegan or not.

Here are some of the many reasons we love this vegan tofu brownie recipe.

Great as an after-school snack – My kids tend to love “sweet” things, as I’m sure most kiddos too. These brownies also pack a punch of nutrition, including protein, fiber and vitamins!
Great for all dietary lifestyles – Since they are naturally vegan brownies, tofu brownies are great for most all dietary lifestyles, plant-based or not.
Hidden veggies – I’m not always about hiding veggies in my toddler’s food, but these brownies with zucchini are a great way to get toddlers to eat veggies if their diet is lacking, which is totally normal by the way. And I say this as a Registered Dietitian. Zucchini is one of the best to do so because it’s totally flavorless. Plus, even if they did know these were zucchini brownies with frosting, wouldn’t the frosting seal the deal?
Ready in 30-40 minutes – Don’t we all need more recipes with a 30-minute clock on them? Anything longer than that feels like ages!
Chocolate and peanut butter – I don’t need to say more, do I? This one speaks for itself with kids! The peanut butter glaze is my favorite part.
Nutritious – As a dietitian, having a nutritious, balanced snack isn’t always a necessity, but it’s a major plus, and these tofu brownies are just that. Offering protein, fiber, carbs and a slew of micronutrients, you can feel good about your kiddos (and you!) eating these healthy vegan chocolate brownies.
Easy to Freeze – Who doesn’t love a good freezer-friendly snack? Just thaw overnight or take out and microwave when you’re ready to enjoy. Freezable meals for toddlers have come in handy so many times, and it can be the same with snacks!

vegan chocolate brownies with peanut butter glaze in baking pan

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make the most delicious vegan chocolate brownie recipe.

silken tofu – if you can’t find it in grocery stores, you can buy it on amazon.
zucchini
coconut oil
coconut sugar
vanilla extract
flour
cocoa powder
baking powder
chocolate chips – You can also use peanut butter, butterscotch chocolate chips (these are vegan) or make your own vegan peanut butter chips!
salt

clear bowls of ingredients for silken tofu brownies

The peanut butter swirl just needs peanut butter and water, and totally upgrades these vegan fudgy brownies a few notches.

The swirl is similar in these banana peanut butter brownies, too.

How to Make Vegan Fudgy Brownies

Start by pre-heating your oven to 350 and line an 8×8 baking pan.
Peel and shred your zucchini and wring out extra moisture.
Add the tofu and wet ingredients to a bowl, followed by the dry ingredients and then mix the two.
Pour the batter into your baking pan, and add the peanut butter swirl on top.

peeled zucchini in dish cloth to wring out moisture

FAQ

Can you use regular or firm tofu?

I wouldn’t suggest using a firm tofu in these tofu brownies. Firm tofu is denser and sturdier and may produce harder brownies with a denser texture.

How to store silken tofu brownies

Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Can you freeze these brownies?

Yes, I always have some in our freezer! To freeze, let them cool completely and then place them in a freezer friendly bag, stasher bag or tupperware container for up to 3 months.

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Silken Tofu Brownies (Vegan Fudge Brownies)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Silken Tofu Brownies are a delicious and healthy after-school snack. These easy fudgy vegan brownies are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth after dinner.

Ingredients

8 oz silken tofu (245 g)
¼ cup shredded zucchini
3/4 cup coconut oil, melted (or butter if not vegan)
1 cup coconut sugar or white sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup Peanut butter
2 tbsp water
1/3 cup chocolate chips (or peanut butter chips)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350. Line 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.
Measure 8 oz of tofu (it usually comes in a pack of 12-16 oz).
Peel and shred zucchini (I like to use a box grater). Wring it out with a dish towel to remove excess moisture.
To a medium mixing bowl, add tofu, zucchini, coconut oil, sugar and vanilla extract (Note: you can also use a blender or mixer to do this).
Add in dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Gently mix together.
Pour batter into parchment-covered 8x8 baking pan.
Mix peanut butter with water in microwave-safe bowl and heat until peanut butter is melted (in increments of 15 seconds). Stir well and drop it on the brownie mix in the parchment pan. Take a fork or knife and swirl it around.
Lastly, add in chocolate chips to top, and sea salt, if desired.
Bake for 30-32 minutes, or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.

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Sarah Schlichter is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s in Public Health Nutrition. She specializes in family nutrition, sports nutrition and intuitive eating. She also co-hosts the podcast, Nail Your Nutrition.
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