Power Brownies Recipe

Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with these incredible Power Brownies! Packed with protein and fiber, these low-calorie, non-fat brownies are a superfood sensation. Perfect for South Beach Diet Phase 1 and a mere ½ Weight Watchers point per brownie! Amazingly delicious on their own, they're even better frosted or served à la mode. Prepare to be amazed by how healthy and tasty a brownie can be! Each brownie boasts approximately 3.4 grams of protein and 1.7 grams of fiber, all in just 40 calories!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 111.5 kcal

Protein 8g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Power Brownies

No Salt Added Black Beans
Egg
Egg Whites
½ cup sugar substitute (e.g., Splenda) + 2 tablespoons for topping
Chocolate Protein Powder
½ teaspoon baking powder
Baking Soda
Cinnamon
Nonfat Plain Yogurt
Vanilla

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How to Make Power Brownies

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
Puree 1 (15-ounce) can of drained black beans in a blender until completely smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black bean puree, 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup sugar substitute (e.g., Splenda), and ½ teaspoon baking powder.
Mix at medium speed until thoroughly combined.
Gently stir in ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt.
Pour batter into the prepared 8x8 inch baking dish.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with an additional 2 tablespoons of sugar substitute.
Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Let cool completely before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Power Brownies?

Power Brownies takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Power Brownies?

Power Brownies has approximately 111.5 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Power Brownies?

The key ingredients for Power Brownies are No Salt Added Black Beans, Egg, Egg Whites, Sugar Substitute, Chocolate Protein Powder, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.