Low Calorie Greek Yogurt Brownies Recipe
These Low Calorie Greek Yogurt Brownies offer a healthier twist on a classic dessert by incorporating Greek yogurt and monk fruit as a natural sweetener. Moist and fudgy, these brownies are perfect for those looking to indulge without the guilt, featuring rich dark chocolate and a surprisingly light texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings (about 2 inch square pieces) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup monk fruit sweetener
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup almond milk
Chocolate
- 90 g dark chocolate chips
- Additional chocolate chips for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch glass baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking, and set it aside for the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, and salt until well combined to evenly distribute the leavening and flavors.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the Greek yogurt and almond milk into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just incorporated to avoid overworking the batter, which should be thick. If the batter is too dense, add a little more almond milk to reach the right consistency.
- Melt Chocolate Chips: Place the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and melt them in short bursts, stirring in between to avoid burning. Optionally, add a small amount of coconut oil to help with smooth melting.
- Combine Chocolate with Batter: Pour the melted chocolate into the batter and gently fold it in to swirl the chocolate throughout without deflating the mixture.
- Transfer and Top: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top if desired for extra chocolate bursts.
- Bake: Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before slicing. This helps them set and enhances the fudgy texture. Serve and enjoy your healthier brownie treat!
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the brownies tender.
- You can substitute almond milk with any other plant-based milk or regular milk if preferred.
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate chips.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.
- Adding a bit of coconut oil to melted chocolate helps smooth consistency and shine.
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