“Less Guilt” Brownies Recipe

Name: “Less Guilt” Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces, weight Bittersweet Or Semisweet Chocolate, Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Butter, Unsalted; 3 Tablespoons Canola Oil; 2 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened; 1 teaspoon Instant Coffee Granules; 1/2 cups Unsweetned Applesauce; 3 whole Egg Whites; 2/3 cups All-purpose Flour; 1/4 teaspoons Kosher Salt; 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar; 1/4 teaspoons Baking Powder; 2 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar, For Dusting

Servings: persons

4 ounces, weight Bittersweet Or Semisweet Chocolate, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Butter, Unsalted
3 Tablespoons Canola Oil
2 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened
1 teaspoon Instant Coffee Granules
1/2 cups Unsweetned Applesauce
3 whole Egg Whites
2/3 cups All-purpose Flour
1/4 teaspoons Kosher Salt
1/2 cups Granulated Sugar
1/4 teaspoons Baking Powder
2 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar, For Dusting

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["1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line the inside of an 8-inch baking pan with foil ( allowing two edges to hang over the pan to act as ""handles"" later). Coat with cooking spray.", "2. Microwave chocolate, butter, oil, cocoa powder, and instant coffee granules in a microwave safe bowl (I used my 4-cup glass measuring cup) on High for 45 seconds. Take out and stir. If the chocolate is not completely melted, return to the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each time, until it is. (It took me only one extra time in my microwave). Set aside to cool slightly.", "3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce and the egg whites with a whisk. Add the flour, salt, granulated sugar and baking powder. Whisk to combine. Add in the chocolate mixture and whisk until all ingredients are combined.", "4. Pour into prepared baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, or about 25 - 30 minutes. Cool brownies in the pan. Lift brownies out of the pan by lifting the foil. Peel the foil off the back and cut into 16 equal squares by making a cut in half and then in half again on one side of brownies and then repeating with the other side. Dust with powdered sugar before serving."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces, weight Bittersweet Or Semisweet Chocolate, Chopped, 1 Tablespoon Butter, Unsalted, 3 Tablespoons Canola Oil, 2 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened, and more.

Yes, “Less Guilt” Brownies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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“Less Guilt” Brownies

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