Greek Yogurt Brownies with Chocolate Chips
Greek Yogurt Brownies with Chocolate Chips offer a healthier take on the classic fudgy brownie by incorporating protein-rich Greek yogurt. These brownies are moist, dense, and chewy with bursts of melted chocolate chips, making them a perfect guilt-conscious indulgence that’s easy to bake and versatile for any occasion.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free flour is used)
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup melted butter or oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend melted butter or oil with sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the Greek yogurt and vanilla extract, ensuring a creamy and even mixture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps evenly distribute the leavening and intensify the chocolate flavor throughout the brownies.
- Bring It All Together: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined to keep the brownies tender. Avoid overmixing to prevent toughness.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in your chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top for an extra tempting finish.
- Bake and Cool: Pour the batter into your prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely before cutting.
Notes
- Use eggs and Greek yogurt at room temperature for better batter consistency and even baking.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure a soft, fudgy texture instead of cakey brownies.
- Opt for high-quality cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed, to enhance chocolate richness.
- Watch the baking time carefully; remove brownies when moist crumbs remain on the toothpick for perfect chewiness.
- Let brownies cool completely to solidify texture and improve slicing and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (based on 12 pieces)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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