Greek Yogurt Brownies with Chocolate Chips
Greek Yogurt Brownies with Chocolate Chips are moist, fudgy, and packed with rich chocolate flavor, combining indulgence with a healthier twist. These brownies use creamy Greek yogurt to add protein and moisture while keeping the texture tender and delicious. Perfect as a comforting snack or wholesome dessert, they’re quick to make with simple pantry ingredients and versatile enough for endless variations.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Not Gluten-Free
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure easy removal of the brownies later.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This ensures an even distribution of leavening and flavor.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly. Then add the Greek yogurt, sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy. The Greek yogurt will add a lovely tang and moisture that sets these brownies apart.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients Gradually: Slowly fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring just until no flour streaks remain. Overmixing can make the brownies tough, so gentle folding is key.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in a generous amount of semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips, making sure they’re evenly spread throughout the batter for pockets of melty chocolate.
- Bake Until Set: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. This will keep the brownies fudgy, not cakey.
- Cool Before Serving: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing. This step helps them set perfectly, ensuring clean cuts and a moist texture inside.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and Greek yogurt for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Check brownies early to avoid overbaking; they should be slightly gooey in the center.
- Use good quality natural or Dutch-processed cocoa powder depending on your flavor preference.
- Let batter rest 10-15 minutes before baking to improve texture and chocolate chip distribution.
- Adjust sugar to taste, especially if using sweeter chocolate chips.
- Try variations like adding nuts, peanut butter swirls, berries, or spices for unique flavors.
- For vegan version, replace eggs with flaxseed meal mixed with water and use plant-based Greek-style yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (based on 12 servings)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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