Description
These Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Brownie Bars are a dream come true — rich, fudgy, layered with creamy peanut butter and a glossy chocolate frosting. High in protein, low in refined sugar, and made with wholesome ingredients, they taste like a cheat-day dessert but fit right into a balanced lifestyle!
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer:
½ cup creamy natural peanut butter
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 large eggs
⅓ cup honey or pure maple syrup
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup oat flour (or almond flour)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of sea salt
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
¼ cup creamy peanut butter (melted slightly)
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
For the Chocolate Frosting:
½ cup dark chocolate chips (or semi-sweet)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
Optional Toppings:
Crushed roasted peanuts or almonds
Flaky sea salt
Drizzle of extra melted chocolate
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang for easy removal.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, Greek yogurt, eggs, honey, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
3. Add cocoa powder, oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix gently until just combined. The batter should be thick and glossy.
4. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
5. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the center is just set. Do not overbake — the brownies will continue to cook as they cool. Set aside to cool completely.
6. Prepare the peanut butter layer: combine melted peanut butter, Greek yogurt, and honey in a small bowl. Stir until smooth. Spread evenly over the cooled brownie base. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set slightly.
7. For the chocolate frosting: melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each. Once melted, whisk in Greek yogurt until glossy and smooth.
8. Pour the chocolate frosting over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
9. Top with crushed peanuts, flaky sea salt, or an extra drizzle of melted chocolate if desired.
10. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until fully set. Slice into 9 bars and enjoy!
Notes
⭐ Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the fridge.
⭐ For extra fudgy brownies, chill them before slicing.
⭐ Want a sweeter version? Add 2 tablespoons of coconut sugar or a splash of vanilla protein powder to the batter.
⭐ Use natural, creamy peanut butter with no added sugar or oil for the best texture and taste.
⭐ Sprinkle a touch of flaky sea salt on top — it perfectly balances the sweet and nutty layers.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg