Low Fat Holiday Peppermint Candy Cane Brownies Recipe

Indulge in these decadent, healthy holiday brownies! Moist, fudgy, and beautifully festive, these low-fat, reduced-sugar brownies are packed with fiber. Inspired by Canadian Living and made with Becel margarine, they're the perfect addition to your holiday cookie platter. The recipe is easily doubled or tripled to fit any size pan. Top with crushed candy canes (one large candy cane ≈ 1 tbsp crushed) for an extra-special holiday touch! Get ready to impress your guests with this guilt-free dessert!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 108.9 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Low Fat Holiday Peppermint Candy Cane Brownies

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How to Make Low Fat Holiday Peppermint Candy Cane Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly dust an 8x8 inch baking pan with cocoa powder.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted Becel margarine, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 3/4 cup reduced-sugar sweetener (such as erythritol or stevia), 1 large egg, 1/4 cup applesauce, 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Gently stir in 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 1/2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  5. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with 2 tablespoons crushed candy canes (about 2 large candy canes) and 1 tablespoon semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Return to the oven for 30 seconds to melt the chocolate chips slightly.
  7. Let cool completely in the pan before refrigerating for at least 30 minutes to allow the brownies to set. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

6g

Carbs

6g