Cocoa Brownies W Honey and Applesauce
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of Cocoa Brownies with Honey and Applesauce—a healthier twist on a classic dessert! Sweetened naturally with honey and applesauce, these brownies offer the perfect balance of indulgence and wholesome nourishment. Made with unsweetened cocoa powder, a touch of vanilla, and an optional sprinkle of dark chocolate chips, they deliver deep chocolate flavor in every bite. With no refined sugar and fewer added fats thanks to the applesauce, this recipe is a guilt-free treat you can feel good about sharing. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes and baked to perfection in under 25, these brownies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're treating yourself or wowing guests with a healthier dessert option. Try these moist, naturally sweetened brownies today and redefine what guilt-free indulgence tastes like!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Honey
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cups Optional: Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate large bowl, whisk the eggs until they are light and frothy. Add the honey, applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the eggs. Mix until the wet ingredients are smooth and fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
If using dark chocolate chips, fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out with a few moist crumbs (avoid overbaking).
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Serve and enjoy these naturally sweetened cocoa brownies as a guilt-free treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.4 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 966 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.9 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 71.3 g | 255% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.8 g | ||
| Protein | 59.3 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 38.0 mg | 211% | |
| Potassium | 3279 mg | 70% | |
*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.
