Extreme Low Fat Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Brownies
Indulge in the rich, chocolaty decadence of these Extreme Low Fat Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Brownies—a healthier twist on a classic dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Featuring wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and natural peanut butter, these moist and tender brownies are irresistibly fudgy while staying low in fat. A luscious swirl of low-fat cream cheese and peanut butter creates a visually stunning and mouthwatering finish, making them perfect for guilt-free snacking or sharing at gatherings. Easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, these brownies are baked to perfection in under 30 minutes, proving that delicious and nutritious can go hand in hand. Perfect for anyone seeking a lighter dessert option without sacrificing taste, this recipe is a must-try for brownie lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 large Egg whites
- 4 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1 for greasing Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
Add the egg whites to the mixture and whisk until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to reach all corners.
In a small bowl, soften the low-fat cream cheese slightly by stirring. Then drop small dollops across the surface of the brownie batter.
Drizzle the natural peanut butter over the top of the batter in a zigzag pattern. Use a butter knife or toothpick to create swirls by gently dragging it through the cream cheese and peanut butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 12 equal squares.
Serve and enjoy your low-fat cream cheese peanut butter brownies as a delightful, guilt-free treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1729 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.1 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1480 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.0 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.7 g | ||
| Protein | 48.3 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1559 mg | 33% | |
*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.
