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A stack of three low sugar brownies with a glossy, crinkled top and a fudgy, chocolatey center, displayed on a rustic wooden slab.

Low Sugar Brownies

Amelia
Rich, fudgy brownies made with natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar. Perfect for a healthier, guilt-free chocolate treat!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 Brownies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients:

  • ½ cup dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher, melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup natural sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or coconut sugar)
  • ¼ cup butter or coconut oil (melted)

Dry Ingredients:

  • ½ cup almond flour, oat flour, or whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp baking powder

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ tsp espresso powder (to enhance chocolate flavor)
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.

Melt the Chocolate:

  • Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Let it cool slightly.

Mix Wet Ingredients:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted chocolate, eggs, vanilla extract, natural sweetener, and melted butter or coconut oil.

Add Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, sea salt, and baking powder.
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth.

Bake:

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Cool & Serve:

  • Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Pro Tip: For fudgier brownies, slightly underbake and let them set while cooling.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Customization: Use almond flour for gluten-free, coconut oil for dairy-free, or stevia/monk fruit for keto-friendly brownies.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g
Keyword Low Sugar Brownies
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