Healthy Baking Recipes
Healthy baking recipes that transform your desserts into nutritious delights without compromising flavor.
Ingredients
Healthy Baking Staples
- 1 can black beans Moisture and nutrients for brownies
- 1 ripe avocado Adds creaminess
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder For chocolate flavor
- 1/2 cup applesauce Natural sweetener and moisture
- 1/4 cup honey Natural sweetener alternative
- 1 cup Greek yogurt High in protein
- 2 cups quinoa flour Gluten-free flour option
- 1 cup almond flour For adding protein
- 1/3 cup natural sweetener Alternative sweetening option
- 1 cup whole wheat flour Base for many recipes
- 2 large eggs Binding ingredient
- 1 cup zucchini, grated Vegetable addition for moisture
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the black beans, avocado, cocoa powder, applesauce, and honey until smooth to create the brownie mixture.
- In another bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, quinoa flour, almond flour, whole wheat flour, and eggs.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Add grated zucchini and mix thoroughly.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling
- Remove from the oven and let the baked goods cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Keep your ingredients fresh by storing flour in airtight containers. For better flavor, use natural sweeteners and incorporate seasonal produce.