Light Double Chocolate Chip Brownies Recipe

Indulge your chocolate cravings without the guilt! These lightened-up double chocolate chip brownies are surprisingly decadent, lower in fat and calories than traditional brownies, but still incredibly rich and fudgy. Perfect for a guilt-free dessert or sweet treat.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 136.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Light Double Chocolate Chip Brownies

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How to Make Light Double Chocolate Chip Brownies

  1. Heat 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted margarine, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ½ cup unsweetened applesauce in a heavy saucepan over low heat.
  2. Stir constantly until the margarine is melted and the sugar is fully dissolved, creating a smooth mixture.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Whisk in 2 large egg whites until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, ½ cup dark chocolate chips, and ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional).
  8. Spread the batter evenly into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking pan.
  9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 16-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. Do not overbake!
  10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into bars. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

64g

Fat

13g

Carbs

7g

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