A Guilt Free Sweet Treat for Your Health Goals
Low-Calorie Zucchini Brownies: Guilt-Free Sweet Treat for Your Health Goals
Craving something sweet but want to stay on track with your health goals? These low-calorie zucchini brownies are the perfect solution! Made with wholesome ingredients, these moist and fudgy brownies are packed with hidden veggies, making them a guilt-free dessert. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping your calorie count low, they’re a healthy alternative to traditional brownies.
Why You’ll Love These Zucchini Brownies
Low-Calorie: A light and satisfying treat that won’t derail your diet.
Naturally Sweet: Made with whole ingredients, these brownies are sweet and delicious without refined sugars.
Hidden Veggies: Zucchini adds moisture and nutrients, making them a healthier dessert option.
Health Goal Friendly: Perfect for curbing your cravings while staying on track with your fitness goals.
Benefits
Fudgy and Delicious: Indulge in a rich, chocolatey treat without the guilt.
Healthy Dessert: Great for curbing cravings while providing fiber and nutrients.
Easy to Make: A simple, quick recipe that’s perfect for meal prep.
Stay on track with your health goals and enjoy these delicious, low-calorie zucchini brownies!
Zucchini Brownies
Serving: 10 Prepping Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes
INGREDIENTS
2 cups zucchini large size hole shredded (not tightly packed)
1/2 cup coconut oil melted OR 1/2 cup untweeted apple sauce
1/2 cup maple syrup, honey or any liquid sweetener
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup cacao or cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup all purpose flour
DIRECTIONS:
Place zucchini in a colander while you are getting other ingredients ready.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line 8 x 8 baking dish with unbleached parchment paper.
In a large bowl, add egg, oil, maple syrup and pure vanilla extract; whisk to combine.
Add cacao powder, baking soda and salt; whisk until well mixed.
Give zucchini a gentle squeeze but do not ring out completely, add to a bowl and stir.
Add flour and mix gently until combined.
Transfer batter into prepared baking dish and level with spatula. Bake for 25-28 minutes or until the centre is barely jiggly. Do not over bake as brownies will have more of a cake consistency. A toothpick inserted has to come out somewhat not clean. If centre is too jiggly bake a bit more – ovens vary.
Remove from the oven and let cool for about an hour. Lift by the parchment paper flaps and transfer to a cooling rack to cool off completely. Then cut into 10 squares and enjoy!
MACROS PER SERVING
101 calories -------- 4 grams of protein ---------- 17 grams of carbs -------- 1 g fat
Please note that these are estimated nutrition values
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