Lighten Up Whatever Floats Your Boat Brownies 32204
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these "Lighten Up Whatever Floats Your Boat Brownies," a healthier twist on the classic treat. This easy recipe combines unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy Greek yogurt, and unsweetened applesauce to create rich, fudgy brownies with significantly reduced fat and calories. Perfectly sweetened with a blend of granulated sugar and light brown sugar, these brownies offer just the right amount of indulgence without going overboard. Customize them with optional mix-ins like mini chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor and texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, these lighter brownies are ideal for dessert or an afternoon snack when you're craving chocolate without the guilt. Perfectly portioned into 12 squares, they’re a family-friendly dessert that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 units egg whites
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: applesauce, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and egg whites, until smooth.
Step 4
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
If desired, fold in mini chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
Step 6
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and spread it out smoothly using a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Step 8
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 equal squares.
Step 9
Serve and enjoy your lightened-up brownies! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (650.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1675.1 |
| Total Fat 45.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 959.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 346.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 51.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 216.4g | |
| Protein 48.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 268.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2462.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories