Description
These Greek Yogurt Brownies are a healthy dessert option that combines rich chocolate flavor with the creaminess of Greek yogurt, making them moist and delicious!
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
- ½ cup almond flour or oat flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine cocoa powder, almond flour or oat flour, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Stir in chocolate chips, nuts, or additional toppings if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Place the pan on a wire cooling rack and let brownies cool completely.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into 12 squares for best texture.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For a richer flavor, consider using dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- These brownies can be modified by adding your favorite nuts or seeds for added texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg