Yogurt Brownies Recipe
These Yogurt Brownies offer a healthier twist on a classic favorite by incorporating Greek yogurt and whole wheat flour for added protein and fiber. Sweetened naturally and packed with rich cocoa and optional dark chocolate chips, these brownies are moist, fudgy, and guilt-free, perfect for a wholesome dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or a sugar substitute, such as Stevia, to taste)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or low-fat)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
Add-ins
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional, but recommended for added richness)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Make sure there are no lumps in the cocoa powder for a smooth batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, and applesauce until well combined and smooth.
- Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to dense brownies. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips if you are using them.
- Transfer to Pan: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Cool: Once baked, remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve & Enjoy: Enjoy these guilt-free brownies warm or at room temperature. They taste great on their own or with a dollop of Greek yogurt or fresh fruit on top!
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender and fudgy texture.
- Using whole wheat flour increases fiber but you can substitute with all-purpose flour if preferred.
- Dark chocolate chips are optional but add richness and texture.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use dairy-free yogurt.
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