Low-Carb Brownies
Low-carb brownies are a modern, health-conscious twist on the classic American dessert, designed to satisfy chocolate cravings without the high sugar and flour content. They typically replace traditional wheat flour with almond or coconut flour and use sugar substitutes like erythritol or stevia, while relying on ingredients like eggs, butter, and unsweetened cocoa powder for structure and richness.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These brownies are generally high in healthy fats and protein from nut flours and eggs, while being very low in net carbohydrates. A single square (about 1/16 of a pan) can provide a good source of fiber and healthy fats, with a calorie count ranging from 150 to 250 calories per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 30 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 brownie (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, they represent the intersection of classic comfort food and modern dietary trends like keto and low-carb living. Nutritionally, their unique appeal lies in using ingredients that mimic the fudgy texture of traditional brownies while significantly lowering the glycemic impact.
