Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly fudgy Lower Sugar Chocolate Squares, a guilt-free treat that doesn’t skimp on rich, chocolatey flavor. Made with decadent dark chocolate, unsweetened applesauce, and just a touch of coconut sugar, this recipe balances sweetness while keeping added sugar to a minimum. A combination of all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder ensures a perfectly dense texture with a luxurious bite, while the applesauce and melted butter lock in moisture. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, these squares are easy to bake and yield melt-in-your-mouth results—ideal for dessert lovers looking for a healthier twist. Perfect for enjoying as an afternoon snack or sharing with friends, these lower sugar chocolate squares will satisfy your cravings without the sugar rush!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 100 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams unsweetened applesauce
- 3 large eggs
- 75 grams coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 60 grams all-purpose flour
- 20 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 20 cm x 20 cm (8-inch x 8-inch) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a small overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring frequently until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract until pale and frothy, about 2–3 minutes.
Stir in the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture, followed by the unsweetened applesauce. Mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. Stop mixing as soon as no streaks of flour remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Be careful not to overbake to keep the squares fudgy.
Allow the chocolate squares to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Cut into 12 equal squares and serve.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.7 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.4 g | 527% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 779 mg | 260% | |
| Sodium | 1076 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.0 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.0 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 32.7 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 2110 mg | 45% | |
*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.
