Guilt-Free Greek Yogurt Brownies

In today's health-conscious world, the desire to indulge in sweet treats often comes with a heavy dose of guilt. However, the culinary landscape is shifting, and healthier dessert alternatives are gaining popularity among those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth without compromising their health goals. Enter the Guilt-Free Greek Yogurt Brownies—a decadent dessert that offers the rich, chocolatey flavor we all crave while being a nutritious option that fits seamlessly into a balanced diet.

Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with these deliciously healthy Greek Yogurt Brownies. Packed with protein and probiotics, Greek yogurt enhances the flavor while whole wheat flour adds beneficial fiber. This easy recipe combines rich cocoa, natural sweeteners, and optional dark chocolate chips for an irresistible dessert that's nutritious too. Perfect for post-workout or a family treat, these brownies are sure to impress while keeping your health goals in check. Enjoy a satisfying sweet that you can feel good about!

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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

½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or low-fat)

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ cup unsweetened applesauce

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 9x9 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!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 16