1-Point Weight Watchers Brownies

Brownies. What's not to love about brownies? The chocolate. The sugar. Did I mention the chocolate?

Well, of course there is the guilt that comes with eating too many high calorie brownies.

So what if I told you we felt it was only fair to share a recipe that gives every bit of the sweet brownie flavor but none of the guilt? This Weight Watchers brownie recipe makes soft, cakey, chocolatey squares that come in at just 1 point each.

Now that I have your attention, read on for one-point dessert amazement!

1-Point Weight Watchers Brownies Rescue

First up, every great brownie is born from one of these silicone bite-size brownie molds. So make sure you have one in your kitchen! A regular 8-inch square pan works great too.

The pre-portioned molds give you the perfect distribution of brownie batter. With them, you have a popular 1-point per serving brownie recipe that you won't want to miss.

That means your new favorite 1-point rescue recipe isn't going to surprise you come weigh-in day!

This recipe also uses a great sugar substitute and easily modified ingredients. I have often substituted my favorite all-purpose gluten-free flour in this recipe, and it still tastes great.

And the unsweetened applesauce helps add in a fruit serving while helping to remove one whole egg. Amazing trade! All in all, this is one smart recipe, and it's the low calorie brownie recipe I come back to whenever a chocolate craving hits.

Key Ingredients & Substitutions

• Flour. All-purpose flour gives these brownies their soft, cakey texture. A 1:1 gluten-free baking blend swaps in cup for cup if you need it.
• Cocoa powder. All of the chocolate flavor comes from unsweetened cocoa powder, and it has almost no fat. Natural or Dutch-process both work. You'll need ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons.
• Sugar and Splenda. Half real sugar and half Splenda Granulated keeps these sweet while cutting calories. Splenda Granulated measures cup for cup like sugar. Another cup-for-cup sweetener works too, but your points may change.
• Unsweetened applesauce. This takes the place of butter or oil and keeps the brownies moist. Stick with unsweetened, since sweetened applesauce adds sugar. Single-serving no-sugar-added applesauce cups are handy here. One cup is a little more than the ⅓ cup you need, and there's no open jar left in the fridge.
• Egg whites. Three egg whites hold the batter together without the fat from the yolks. Liquid egg whites from a carton work too. Use about 6 tablespoons.
• Vanilla, baking soda, and salt. Small amounts, but they matter. Vanilla rounds out the chocolate, and a pinch of salt keeps the brownies from tasting flat.

Helpful Tips

Don't overmix the batter. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ones just until you can't see any streaks of flour. Low-fat brownies get tough if you keep stirring.

Take them out a little early. Without butter, these can dry out fast. Pull the pan when the edges are firm and the center is almost set. They finish setting as they cool.

Let them cool before cutting. The brownies are very soft when warm. Let them cool in the pan, then cut with a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts for neat squares.

Cut even squares. The 1-point count is for 16 equal brownies from an 8-inch pan, so cut 4 rows by 4 rows. Want a bigger brownie? Cut the pan into 8 pieces for 2 points each.

Using a silicone mold? Spray it lightly with cooking spray and fill each cup about two-thirds full. Bite-size brownies bake faster than a full pan, so start checking a few minutes early.

Variations

• Mint chocolate. Swap the vanilla for ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract for a cool, minty brownie.
• Mocha. Stir 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder into the dry ingredients. It makes the chocolate taste even richer.
• Chocolate chip. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of mini chocolate chips over the batter before baking. Just remember they add a few points.
• Peanut butter. Mix 2 tablespoons of powdered peanut butter with a little water and swirl it through the batter with a knife.
• Gluten-free. Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour. No other changes needed!

Serving Ideas

These brownies are great on their own with a cup of coffee or a glass of cold milk. For a pretty dessert plate, top each square with a spoonful of light whipped topping and a few fresh raspberries or strawberries.

Craving a sundae? Warm a brownie in the microwave for a few seconds and add a small scoop of light vanilla frozen yogurt. Bite-size brownies are also fun on dessert kabobs with fresh fruit.

They make a sweet ending to a lighter dinner too. Try them after a bowl of Weight Watchers Mac and Cheese or a slice of Weight Watchers Chicken Pot Pie.

Storing & Freezing

Keep the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. After that, move them to the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The applesauce keeps them moist, so they hold up well.

These brownies freeze well for up to 3 months. Wrap each square in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer bag. Thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or microwave for 10 to 15 seconds. Having single portions ready to grab makes it so easy to stay on track!

Smart Weight Loss Tools

• More of my own Weight Watchers Friendly Recipes!
• The Weight Watchers 50th Anniversary Cookbook is packed with 280 healthy recipes!
• This Skinnytaste Slow Cooker cookbook is an amazing source for recipes that will keep you on your diet plan.
• Or, if you're on a low-carb diet, check out the Low Carb Recipes from Step Away from the Carbs!

More Weight Watchers Recipes

For other low-fat dessert recipe choices, you really should check out this fresh Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing, this Weight Watchers Banana Bread, or this Weight Watchers Peach Cobbler.

Because while we all yearn for that slimmer figure, the biggest achievement with Weight Watchers isn't just how many inches we lose.

It's helping to transform our lifestyles by starting with our perception.

And this recipe does that by helping you realize that life can be sweet no matter what your size. And that there will always be room for chocolate. Here are a few more Weight Watchers recipes you might enjoy:

• Weight Watchers Mac and Cheese
• Weight Watchers Chicken Pot Pie
• Weight Watchers Pumpkin Pie
• Weight Watchers Chili

Recipe

1-Point Weight Watchers Brownies

These 1-point Weight Watchers brownies are soft, cakey and chocolatey, made lighter with applesauce and egg whites. A low calorie treat you can actually enjoy!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Desserts

Cuisine American

Servings 16 brownies

Calories 56 kcal

Equipment

• 8" x 8" square baking dish
• OR Silicone Bite-Sized Brownie Mold

Ingredients

 

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• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder plus 2 tablespoons, unsweetened
• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup Splenda
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 3 egg whites from 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Cooking spray for the pan

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, Splenda, baking soda, and salt until well mixed and there are no cocoa lumps.
• Stir in the applesauce, egg whites, and vanilla until just combined. The batter will be thick.
• Spread the batter evenly in the pan.
• Bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the center is almost set. If you're using a silicone bite-size brownie mold, start checking a few minutes early.
• Let the brownies cool in the pan, then cut into 16 squares.

Notes

16 servings, 1 point each. These are low calorie brownies no matter how you calculate!

A note on points: The points listed here are from the Weight Watchers program at the time we first shared this recipe. WW updates its programs often, so please check that this recipe fits the plan you're following.

These are cakey brownies rather than fudgy brownies. They are as good as the No Pudge mix, and they are only 1 point instead of 2 points. Cut these into 8 servings for a nice-sized 2 point brownie.

Tip: Try unsweetened applesauce in single-serving containers for less waste.

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gSodium: 64mgPotassium: 51mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition details are an estimate, per serving.

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