Chewy Lower Fat Brownies
Indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt with these Chewy Lower Fat Brownies—proof that dessert can be delicious and better for you! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like non-fat Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce, these brownies deliver rich chocolate flavor and a satisfyingly fudgy texture while cutting back on butter and oil. Semi-sweet chocolate chips add bursts of decadence, making each bite irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, this one-bowl recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or quick baking sessions. Whether you’re looking for a healthier treat or a chocolate fix that won’t derail your goals, these brownies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Enjoy them as a guilt-free dessert or a sweet midday pick-me-up!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, applesauce, and egg until smooth.
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a rubber spatula, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Gently stir in the chocolate chips.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 12 squares.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 987 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.6 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.8 g | 174% | |
| Total Sugars | 184.8 g | ||
| Protein | 56.3 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 25.5 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 2285 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
