Old Fashioned Cocoa Brownies Recipe

Indulge in these gooey, decadent Old Fashioned Cocoa Brownies without the guilt! This recipe, adapted from Barry Bluestein and Kevin Morrissey's 99% Fat Free Cookbook, delivers rich chocolate flavor with a surprisingly low-fat approach. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings without derailing your healthy eating plan!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 142.8 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Old Fashioned Cocoa Brownies

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How to Make Old Fashioned Cocoa Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined.
  3. Add 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee and 1/4 cup light corn syrup to the cocoa mixture.
  4. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Whisk until fully incorporated.
  7. Gradually add 1 cup all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Gently fold in 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt with a wooden spoon until just combined.
  9. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  11. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

86g

Fat

1g

Carbs

11g