Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies Recipe

Craving a guilt-free dessert? This incredibly light and moist carrot cocoa snack cake is the perfect healthy treat! Packed with shredded carrots and a hint of cocoa, it's surprisingly delicious and super easy to make. Forget heavy brownies – this recipe delivers a delightful, low-calorie alternative that's perfect for an afternoon snack or a light dessert. Get ready to enjoy a fluffy cloud of carrot cake goodness!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 130.1 kcal

Protein 8g

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Ingredients for Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup skim milk
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 large egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
cooking spray

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How to Make Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
Add 1 cup shredded carrots and 1/2 cup granulated sugar to the dry ingredients. Mix well to combine.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together 3 large egg whites, 1/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies?

Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies?

Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies has approximately 130.1 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies?

The key ingredients for Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake Brownies are Cocoa, Flour, Baking Powder, Sugar, Carrot, Skim Milk. See the full list with measurements above.