Low Calorie Pumpkin Brownies
These rich and fudgy low calorie pumpkin brownies let you enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt. Moist, chocolatey, and easy to prepare — a healthy dessert for any time of year.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened chocolate chips
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 2 tbsp chocolate protein powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease or line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl — cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and protein powder (if using). Whisk together until evenly blended.
- In a separate bowl, combine wet ingredients — pumpkin puree, nut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
- Let brownies cool in the pan for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3178IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 1mg