Greek Yogurt Brownies (Print Version)

Rich, fudgy squares packed with protein and deep chocolate flavor, all under 100 calories.

# Components:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - ⅓ cup maple syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
06 - ½ cup almond flour or oat flour
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Optional Add-Ins

08 - ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
09 - ¼ cup chopped nuts

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine cocoa powder, almond flour or oat flour, and salt.
04 - Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Stir in chocolate chips, nuts, or additional toppings if desired.
06 - Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Place the pan on a wire cooling rack and allow brownies to cool completely.
09 - For best texture, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into 12 squares.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Incredibly rich and fudgy texture without the need for butter or oil.
  • Higher protein content thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt.
  • Calorie-conscious at only 90 calories per slice.
  • Quick and easy to prepare with a total time of just one hour.
02 -
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and removal from the pan.
  • A toothpick check is essential; look for moist crumbs rather than a completely clean pick to avoid overbaking.
  • The refrigeration step is key for setting the texture and making the brownies easy to slice.
  • Add dark chocolate chips on top before baking for an extra indulgent look.
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