Ingredients for Chewy Gooey Low Fat Vegan Brownies
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup vegan margarine
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- cups brown sugar
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup vegan chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- cooking spray
- ½ - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
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How to Make Chewy Gooey Low Fat Vegan Brownies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt ½ cup vegan margarine (like Smart Balance Light). Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, cream together the melted margarine and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add ½ cup unsweetened applesauce and mix until combined.
- Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ½ cup pumpkin puree.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in 1 cup vegan chocolate chips (optional).
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. (Do not overbake!)
- Let cool completely before cutting and serving. For an extra special treat, add ½ - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract for delicious Mint Brownies!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
125g
Fat
1g
Carbs
14g