Microwave Good For You Brownies Recipe

Indulge in decadent, fudgy brownies in just 20 minutes! This surprisingly healthy recipe, adapted from fat-free archives, creates moist and delicious brownies. A rich chocolate glaze or sauce is recommended (especially for the first try!) to elevate the texture to perfectly moist perfection. Get ready for a quick and easy dessert that's surprisingly satisfying.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 24.9 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Microwave Good For You Brownies

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How to Make Microwave Good For You Brownies

  1. Preheat your microwave.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ¾ teaspoon salt, and 1 cup sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, ½ cup milk (any kind), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs.
  4. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Grease an 8x8 inch microwave-safe dish. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
  6. For extra moist brownies, drizzle your favorite chocolate sauce over the batter before microwaving.
  7. Microwave on medium-high power for 4-6 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Microwave ovens vary, so keep a close eye on them! Start with 4 minutes then check!
  8. Let the brownies cool in the dish for 10 minutes before adding your chocolate glaze (recipe not included, use your favorite!). Serve warm and enjoy!
  9. (Optional) Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

1g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Microwave Good For You Brownies?

Microwave Good For You Brownies takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Microwave Good For You Brownies?

Microwave Good For You Brownies has approximately 24.9 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Microwave Good For You Brownies?

The key ingredients for Microwave Good For You Brownies are Flour, Whole Wheat Flour, Sugar Twin, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Nonfat Dry Milk Powder, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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