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Rich And Chewy Low Fat Brownies Recipe

Indulge in unbelievably rich and chewy brownies without the guilt! Our secret ingredient, applesauce, creates a decadent texture you won't believe is low-fat. These brownies are so popular, everyone begs for the recipe! For extra fudgy perfection, use high-quality cocoa powder like Watkins or Epicure – the difference is amazing! It results in an intensely dark chocolate center that's rich and chewy. This recipe easily doubles to fill a 9x13 pan. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 147.9 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.2 (50 Reviews)
Rich And Chewy Low Fat Brownies

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Ingredients for Rich And Chewy Low Fat Brownies

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How to Make Rich And Chewy Low Fat Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large egg whites, 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional).
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix!
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  7. Let cool completely before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

87g

Fat

4g

Carbs

10g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Healthy Desserts Easy Cookies And Brownies Chocolate Bar Cookies Brownies Dietary Low Cholesterol Comfort Food Healthy 2 Low In Something Taste Mood 3 Steps Or Less