Description
These skinny double chocolate brownies are rich, fudgy, and irresistibly chocolatey—all while being made with wholesome, guilt-free ingredients. They’re perfect for a healthier dessert or a clean-eating indulgence.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 tbsp coconut oil, melted (or vegetable oil)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or agave, honey for non-vegan)
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup spelt flour (or oat flour for gluten-free)
1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the applesauce, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda, and stir until well incorporated.
- Add the flour and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 17–20 minutes, until the center is just set. Avoid overbaking for a fudgy texture.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan. For best results, refrigerate for an hour before slicing.
Notes
Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty variation.
Include a teaspoon of instant coffee for a mocha flavor.
Swirl in raspberry or peanut butter before baking for a fruity or nutty twist.
Mix in a scoop of chocolate protein powder and reduce the flour slightly for added protein.
Shredded zucchini can be added for extra moisture without changing flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Microwave for 10 seconds to bring back melty texture when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
