Low Fat Walnut Brownie

Indulge in rich chocolatey goodness with these Low Fat Walnut Brownies, a guilt-free treat that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce, whole wheat pastry flour, and egg whites, these brownies are a lighter twist on the classic dessert. The combination of unsweetened cocoa powder and a hint of vanilla extract creates a decadent base, while chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch to every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an optional sprinkle of semisweet chocolate chips, these brownies are perfect for health-conscious chocoholics looking for a quick and easy dessert. Serve them as a sweet snack or a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s both delicious and low-fat.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cup Whole wheat pastry flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons Semisweet chocolate chips (optional)
• 0 Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an 8x8-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, mix the granulated sugar, unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until a batter forms. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts and semisweet chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with 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 allow them to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 squares.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy your delicious, low-fat walnut brownies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(554.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1365.8

Total Fat 43.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1153.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.3g	0%
Total Sugars 123.0g
Protein 50.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213.5mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 2548.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.0%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 65.1%