Protein-Packed Fudgy Brownies with Greek Yogurt
Healthier fudgy brownies with Greek yogurt and olive oil. 35% less sugar, 5g protein per brownie. Same rich chocolate taste.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao), chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup organic cane sugar
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate pieces (70% cacao)
- 1 tablespoon raw almond butter
Health Scores
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides for easy lifting.
- 2
Combine the olive oil, butter, and 6 ounces chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring gently until the mixture melts completely and becomes glossy, about 4-5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chocolate mixture from heat and allow it to cool for 2-3 minutes until warm but no longer hot.
- 4
Whisk together both flours, cocoa powder, sea salt, baking powder, and espresso powder in a separate bowl until fully combined.
- 5
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the organic cane sugar and coconut sugar with both eggs for about 2 minutes until the mixture becomes pale and slightly airy.
- 6
Fold the cooled chocolate mixture, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt into the egg-sugar mixture using a spatula with gentle strokes until just combined.
- 7
Fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients using minimal strokes—only until no flour streaks remain visible—to maintain the fudgy texture.
- 8
Fold in the dark chocolate pieces until evenly scattered throughout the batter.
- 9
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the surface into an even layer with a spatula.
- 10
Bake for 22-26 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges with just a few moist crumbs, ensuring a tender, fudgy interior.
- 11
Cool the brownies completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before cutting.
- 12
Lift the entire brownie slab from the pan using the parchment overhang, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into 9 or 16 even squares.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 cup unsalted butter | 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter | Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining moisture and richness; keeps some butter for authentic brownie flavor |
| 3/4 cup all-purpose flour only | 1/2 cup all-purpose flour + 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour | Increases whole grains and fiber content; whole wheat pastry flour is mild enough to maintain brownie texture |
| 3/4 cup organic cane sugar + 1/4 cup coconut sugar | 1/2 cup organic cane sugar + 2 tablespoons coconut sugar | Reduces total sugar by 35% while retaining depth of flavor; coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index |
| No Greek yogurt in original | 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt | Adds protein (10g per serving), moisture, and tanginess that complements chocolate; reduces need for excess fat |
| 2 tablespoons almond butter | 1 tablespoon raw almond butter | Reduces calories and fat while maintaining nutty flavor undertones |
| Dark chocolate (unspecified cacao %) | Dark chocolate (70% cacao) | Higher cacao percentage reduces sugar content while deepening chocolate flavor |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 9)
| Calories | 215 |
| Total Fat | 10g |
| Carbohydrates | 28g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Protein | 5g |
Nutrition Comparison
| Classic | Metabolic Health | restaurant | Healthier | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 355 | 210 | 285 | 215 |
| Protein | 7g | 8g | 4.2g | 5g |
| Carbs | 38g | 12g | 28.5g | 28g |
| Fat | 19g | 14g | 18.3g | 10g |
| Fiber | 5g | 4g | 2.8g | 3g |
| Sugar | 26g | - | - | - |
| Health Scores | ||||
| Gut Health | 6/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 75/10 |
| Anti-Inflammatory | 7/10 | 9/10 | 5/10 | 72/10 |
| Blood Sugar | 6/10 | 9/10 | 4/10 | 78/10 |
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