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Greek Yogurt Brownies Recipe

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These Greek Yogurt Brownies are a healthier twist on the classic dessert, combining the creamy richness of Greek yogurt with unsweetened applesauce to create moist, fudgy brownies. With a hint of cocoa and optional dark chocolate chips for extra indulgence, these brownies offer a delicious treat that’s easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt (preferably full-fat or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier option)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional

  • 1/2 cup (90g) dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent the brownies from sticking and ensure easy removal.
  2. Prepare the wet ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. This forms the moist base of your brownies.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and cocoa throughout the batter.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients while stirring gently. Mix until just combined to prevent overworking the batter. The resulting batter will be thick.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips (optional): If using, fold dark chocolate chips into the batter carefully to add bursts of melted chocolate throughout the brownies.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs (avoid wet batter to ensure proper baking).
  7. Cool and serve: Let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • You can substitute Greek yogurt with regular yogurt if preferred, though the texture may be less creamy.
  • Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for added crunch, or swirl in peanut butter or Nutella before baking for more flavor.
  • For a lower-sugar variation, consider using stevia, monk fruit sweetener, or other sugar alternatives.

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