Easy Zero Sugar Brownies with Greek Yogurt Recipe
These Easy Zero Sugar Brownies with Greek Yogurt offer a healthier twist on classic brownies by using a sugar-free sweetener and creamy Greek yogurt to maintain moisture and richness. Featuring unsweetened cocoa and melted dark chocolate, they’re perfect for a low-sugar treat without sacrificing flavor or texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies (1.5-inch squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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Wet Mixture:
- 1/2 cup sweetener (sugar-free, white or brown sugar alternative)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat for richness)
- 1/2 cup chopped chocolate (60% cacao)
Dry Ingredients and Additions:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (regular or gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup milk (preferred type, e.g., unsweetened almond milk)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional, for texture variation)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Pan and Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, making sure the paper extends over the edges for easy removal later. Set the pan aside for now.
- Melt Chocolate and Combine Wet Ingredients: Place the 1/2 cup chopped chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl. Melt it in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth. Allow it to cool for 1-2 minutes. Then add the Greek yogurt and sweetener to the melted chocolate, whisking until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Transfer this mixture to a large bowl.
- Mix Dry Ingredients and Combine with Wet Ingredients: Add the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda into the chocolate-yogurt mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. Pour in the milk and mix well until the batter is fully incorporated. If using, fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool the Brownies: Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool for about 10 minutes in the pan. Then lift the brownies using the parchment paper overhang and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Using full-fat Greek yogurt ensures richness and moisture balance in the brownies.
- Chocolate chips are optional but add nice texture contrast.
- The sweetener should be a zero-sugar or sugar-free variety to keep the recipe truly zero sugar.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the brownies tender and fudgy.
- Cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbly edges.
Keywords: zero sugar brownies, greek yogurt brownies, healthy brownies, sugar-free dessert, low calorie brownies, keto-friendly brownies
