Greek Yogurt Brownies – Fudgy, Healthy, and Guilt-Free Dessert
Make ultra-fudgy Greek Yogurt Brownies with rich cocoa, natural sweeteners, and protein-packed yogurt. A healthier dessert that tastes just as indulgent!
Ingredients
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt – Adds moisture, creaminess, and protein while replacing part of the fat.
- ⅓ cup melted coconut oil (or unsalted butter) – For that tender, rich crumb.
- ½ cup maple syrup or honey – Natural sweetness with flavor depth.
- 2 large eggs – Structure, richness, and fudginess.
- ½ tsp vanilla extract – Brings the cocoa flavor to life.
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder – The soul of every brownie.
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free) – Keeps things stable yet soft.
- ⅓ tsp salt – Rounds out sweetness.
- ½ tsp baking powder – Gentle lift without compromising density.
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Whisk the Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, coconut oil (or butter), maple syrup (or honey), eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold until just combined — don’t overmix; the batter should look thick and shiny.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Stir in ⅓ cup chocolate chips evenly.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with extra chocolate chips for bakery-style flair.Bake 20–25 minutes, until the center is just set. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs — not clean!
- Cool & Slice: Let the brownies cool completely before cutting. (They firm up beautifully as they rest — patience pays off here.)