Preheat Oven to 325F (300F Convection)

Mix sugar and boiling water together until sugar melts and set aside (don't skip this step, as it leads to the shiny crinkly brownie top)

In a large bowl, mix avocado oil, vegan egg, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt

Temper mixture with the warm sugar water and then mix in the sugar water

Sift flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and baking powder (if using) directly into the liquid mixture

Mix just enough to bring together (do not overmix)

Add chocolate chips and give a quick stir

In a parchment lined 8x8 that is sprayed with oil, pour in the batter

Bake 40-45 mins until a toothpick comes out clean