Greek Yogurt Brownies (Print Version)

Rich, fudgy chocolate squares made with Greek yogurt instead of butter for a protein-packed treat under 100 calories each.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/3 cup maple syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed recommended)
06 - 1/2 cup almond flour or oat flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Optional Add-Ins

08 - 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
09 - 1/4 cup chopped nuts

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring overhang on sides for easy removal.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until completely smooth and incorporated.
03 - In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, almond flour or oat flour, and salt to remove any lumps.
04 - Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix as this can affect texture.
05 - Stir in dark chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or other desired toppings if using.
06 - Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
07 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until center is just set and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Place pan on wire cooling rack and let cool completely. For best fudgy texture, refrigerate at least 1 hour before slicing into 12 squares.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Under 100 calories per square means you can have seconds without doing math
  • The texture somehow manages to be fudgy and light simultaneously, a baking miracle
02 -
  • These need the refrigeration step, otherwise theyll seem too soft and underbaked even when perfectly cooked
  • The batter will look unnaturally thick compared to regular brownies, this is completely normal and necessary
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients mix together much more smoothly, especially if using coconut yogurt
  • Dutch processed cocoa really is worth seeking out for that deep bakery style color and flavor
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