Secret Ingredient Chocolate Brownies Light
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of "Secret Ingredient Chocolate Brownies Light," a lighter twist on your favorite classic treat! These velvety brownies achieve their irresistible texture and flavor with a clever combination of unsweetened applesauce and creamy Greek yogurt, swapping out butter for a healthier alternative without sacrificing decadence. Bursting with the deep flavor of cocoa powder and studded with melty dark chocolate chips, these brownies are the perfect guilt-free indulgence. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, this recipe delivers a healthier dessert option that’s moist, chocolatey, and packed with flavor. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these brownies are ideal for sharing—or not!
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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 Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, plain Greek yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips for extra bursts of chocolate in each bite.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs (do not overbake).
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 226 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.0 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.7 g | 195% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.6 g | ||
| Protein | 54.0 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 32.7 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 2860 mg | 61% | |
*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.
