3-Ingredient Greek Yogurt Brownies
Indulge in these irresistibly fudgy brownies that swap traditional ingredients for creamy Greek yogurt, delivering a guilt-free dessert packed with protein! With just three simple ingredients, you can whip up a decadent treat that satisfies your sweet cravings without the extra calories. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this easy and delightful recipe!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup of Greek yogurt (180 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 1/2 cup of red cacao powder (120 ml)optionalregular cacao powder
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix together the Greek yogurt and the egg.
- 2
Add the red cacao powder and mix well until thick. Transfer the batter into a lined baking dish and bake in the oven.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use Greek yogurt with 2% fat minimum - fat-free versions lack the lipids needed to create proper brownie texture and will result in a rubbery, dense final product.ingredient2% minimum fat content
- ✓Bake at 325°F instead of standard 350°F because Greek yogurt's high protein content (15-20g per cup) coagulates quickly and can cause overbrowning at higher temperatures.technique325°F
- ✓Let the batter rest for 5 minutes after mixing to allow the cacao powder to fully hydrate and prevent dry pockets in the finished brownies.timing5 minutes
- ✓Line your pan with parchment paper extending 2 inches over the sides - Greek yogurt brownies are more delicate than traditional ones and break easily when removed directly from the pan.equipment2 inches overhang
- ✓Check for doneness at 18-20 minutes with a toothpick - these brownies continue cooking from residual heat due to yogurt's water content creating steam.timing18-20 minutes
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
Share this recipe
3-Ingredient Greek Yogurt Brownies
Indulge in these irresistibly fudgy brownies that swap traditional ingredients for creamy Greek yogurt, delivering a guilt-free dessert packed with protein! With just three simple ingredients, you can whip up a decadent treat that satisfies your sweet cravings without the extra calories. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this easy and delightful recipe!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup of Greek yogurt (180 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 1/2 cup of red cacao powder (120 ml)optionalregular cacao powder
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix together the Greek yogurt and the egg.
- 2
Add the red cacao powder and mix well until thick. Transfer the batter into a lined baking dish and bake in the oven.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use Greek yogurt with 2% fat minimum - fat-free versions lack the lipids needed to create proper brownie texture and will result in a rubbery, dense final product.ingredient2% minimum fat content
- ✓Bake at 325°F instead of standard 350°F because Greek yogurt's high protein content (15-20g per cup) coagulates quickly and can cause overbrowning at higher temperatures.technique325°F
- ✓Let the batter rest for 5 minutes after mixing to allow the cacao powder to fully hydrate and prevent dry pockets in the finished brownies.timing5 minutes
- ✓Line your pan with parchment paper extending 2 inches over the sides - Greek yogurt brownies are more delicate than traditional ones and break easily when removed directly from the pan.equipment2 inches overhang
- ✓Check for doneness at 18-20 minutes with a toothpick - these brownies continue cooking from residual heat due to yogurt's water content creating steam.timing18-20 minutes