Greek Yogurt Brownies Recipe
These Greek Yogurt Brownies are a healthier twist on the classic dessert, combining protein-rich Greek yogurt with cocoa powder and almond or oat flour for a moist, fudgy texture. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and optionally enhanced with dark chocolate chips or nuts, these brownies are perfect for a guilt-free indulgence or a post-workout treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 9-12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
- ⅓ cup maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup almond flour or oat flour
- ¼ tsp salt
Optional Mix-ins
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, eggs (or flax eggs), maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the unsweetened cocoa powder, almond or oat flour, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light. Fold in any optional mix-ins like dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts at this stage.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. Once cool, refrigerate for at least 1 hour which helps set the texture and makes slicing easier.
- Serve: Slice into squares and enjoy your moist, fudgy Greek Yogurt Brownies as a nutritious and delightful treat.
Notes
- Use Dutch-processed cocoa powder for a darker color and richer chocolate flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt and use flax eggs instead of regular eggs.
- Add a scoop of protein powder to the batter to enhance the protein content; adjust liquid quantities if necessary to maintain batter consistency.
Keywords: Greek yogurt dessert, healthy brownies, protein brownies, low sugar brownies, under 100 calories
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