Description
Indulge in these decadent Peanut Butter Brownies with a healthy twist. Made with natural peanut butter, maple syrup, and unsweetened applesauce, these brownies are a guilt-free treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Add the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt to the bowl and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and slice: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
- These brownies are naturally sweetened and made with wholesome ingredients.
- For a vegan version, use a flax egg and maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
