Applesauce Brownie Recipe
A healthier take on classic brownies by replacing vegetable oil with unsweetened applesauce, resulting in a lighter and fruitier taste.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine unsweetened applesauce and sugar.
- Add in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing into 9 equal brownies.
- Enjoy your healthier version of brownies! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- If desired, you can add ½ cup of chopped nuts to the batter before baking for added texture and flavor.
- You may need to adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe depending on the sweetness of your applesauce. If using sweetened applesauce, reduce sugar to ¾ cup. Overall, experiment with the ratio of sugar to find your preferred level of sweetness.
- For an even healthier option, you can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Baking time may vary depending on your oven and the type of baking pan used. Keep an eye on the brownies towards the end to ensure they do not overbake.
Nutrition
Serving: 1brownieCalories: 139kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 92mgPotassium: 81mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 57IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
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