Fresh Milled Flour Rye Brownies

Name: Fresh Milled Flour Rye Brownies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 9
Ingredients: 170 grams unsalted butter; 200 grams chocolate chips + more for topping; 150 grams brown sugar; 50 grams sugar; 3 eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 90 grams fresh milled rye flour; 1/2 tsp salt

A rich, fudgy brownie made with fresh milled rye for deep chocolate flavor and a soft, bakery-style crumb.

Square cut soft and fudgy brownies. One is being held up showing the brownie's soft texture .

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Author: Kern River Milling

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 30 mins Rest Time 20 mins Total Time 1 hr

Cooking Temp: 350 F Servings: 9

Description

These fresh milled rye brownies are rich, deeply chocolatey, and incredibly fudgy with a subtle malty warmth from fresh milled rye flour. Rye naturally deepens chocolate flavor, making these brownies taste extra decadent while still feeling approachable for first-time rye bakers. If you’ve been curious about baking with rye, this is one of the easiest and most delicious places to start.

Brownie Batter

170 grams unsalted butter
200 grams chocolate chips + more for topping
150 grams brown sugar
50 grams sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
90 grams fresh milled rye flour (https://kernrivermilling.com/product/hard-white-wheat-3/)
¹⁄₂ tsp salt

Instructions

If you’re new to baking with fresh milled rye, this is one of the easiest and most delicious places to start.
1. 1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate together until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  2. Stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until glossy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
  4. Fold in the fresh milled rye flour and salt just until combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top if desired.
  6. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes while the oven preheats to 350°F.
  7. Bake for 28–30 minutes, until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
  8. Let cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
These are especially good with flaky salt on top or served slightly warm.

Note

Storage Keep covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for an extra fudgy texture.
Why rye in brownies? Fresh milled rye brings a deep, almost malty richness that makes chocolate taste even more chocolatey. It creates a soft, fudgy texture with a subtle warmth that feels more complex than a traditional brownie, without tasting “whole wheat.” It’s one of my favorite ways to show how fresh milled flour can elevate even simple desserts, and if you’ve never baked with rye before, this recipe is the perfect place to start.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I use another type of flour?

This recipe hasn’t been tested yet with other fresh milled flours, but I think it would taste excellent with einkorn, spelt, or soft white wheat. Each one would bring its own unique flavor. Einkorn would make them extra tender, spelt would add a soft sweetness, and soft white wheat would keep the brownies mild and classic.

Do these taste like rye bread?

Not at all. In brownies, rye doesn’t taste “bready.” Instead, it deepens the chocolate flavor and adds a soft richness that makes them taste more bakery-style and decadent.

This one is excellent for first-time rye buyers.

Does it need to be fresh milled flour?

This recipe was created specifically for fresh milled flour, so it may not adapt the same way with sifted or heavily processed flour. Fresh milled flour includes the entire bran and germ of the grain, which adds flavor, richness, and the soft fudgy texture that makes these brownies special.

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Fresh Milled Flour Rye Brownies