I made these today. In the middle of making the brownies, I noticed that my chocolate stash had been stashed by my kids :/ so, I had to improvise, because I had the oven on and the dry ingredients mixed... I had chocolate pudding so I used that instead of the melted chocolate and you know what? the brownies came out delicious - very light and yummy! :)
I will def. make them again!

These brownies were cakey, not chewy, so did not work for me. I should point out that I made some changes, though none of them should've caused the cakey-ness: used half white and half whole wheat pastry flour, used 3/4c sugar instead of 1c, used only 1oz of chocolate on top instead of 2oz. If anyone is interested, I did a nutritional analysis (for the recipe with my modifications) based on 16 servings: 124 calories, 5g fat, 26mg cholesterol, 1.5g fiber, 17g sugar, 2.4g protein.

Brownies were easy and delicious! I only used 1/2 cup of sugar, I felt that a cup was too much. They still turned out fantastic. Very fudgy and satisfying.

I forgot to mention that I made these without the 2T oil, and didn't even know the difference.

I'm not sure how "light" this recipe is, but I like that there's no butter or oil. The first time I made these, I found them to be too cake-like. The second time, I used 1 whole egg and 1 egg yolk, and the texture was more like a brownie. Good recipe.

This is a very light brownie, so you don't feel too full or guilty! I recommend it.

A lot of chocolate ! I loved !

I made these for the Super Bowl and they were a definite flop. They were too light and "airy" compared, not at all what I would describe as "chunky". And way too much chocolate --- the melted chocloate on top was definitely overkill. My guests were disappointed.

I would like to know how many carbs are in this . Sounds good but if it has to many carbs I can't eat it.

I made these brownies last night and they were great! Not as sweet as regular brownies, but it definitely curbs your chocolate craving!

This recipe sounds good but I need to know the nutritional values. I see that someone has added some of them -- but I need to know the sodium content. I'd like to see nutritional values in the magazine of everything that is considered "light", including carbs, protein, and sodium.

What an easy recipe to double. With dark chocolate it is quite delectable when warm, awesome with ice cream. When cool, ohhh my. It is wonderful either way. It is soooo light and fluffy. Quite lovely with dark and milk chocolate mixed. Highly recommeded!

In the Jan/Feb 2008 issue the following nutrition information is listed for the Light Chocolate Chunk Brownies:
per brownie: 154 cal; 6.8 g fat (2.7 g sat fat); 2.8 g protein; 24.3 g carb; 1.7 g fiber.

Actually the Food magazine does contain all the nutritional information for all the recipes - its always located on the 2nd or 3rd to last page of the magazine.

I calculate these at 150 calories each, but I didn't do the points. I also made them and while they are not that good warm (you can taste the applesauce too much), they are QUITE good cold. Both my children liked them and while they're more cakelike than fudgy brownie like, I liked them too. The sprinkled chocolate on top really adds chocolate flavor and it's a good trick for other light desserts.

Amen to the comments below!!! I need that nutritional info, too...high cholesterol, etc.! Please add that to your recipes!!! Product makers must have it on their labels!! We would appreciate it!

I was just wondering the same thing - where's the nutritional info? I am on Weight Watchers and need that info to calculate the points value!

I don't like the (FOOD) Magazine from Martha Stewart because it doen't give you the nutritional information. Exactly- how light are these brownies? I did not renew my subscribtion for the magazine because there is no nutritional information with the recipes. They don't give it to you here on the website, either.

Martha's recipe from her basic cookbook is still the best.

Well, after I popped my pan into the oven, I see the 2 oz of oil still measured, sitting on the counter, not in the brownies. They baked up fine, were really gooey, and seem to taste better and more fudgy as each day goes by. So I guess mine are even "lighter".

B

Well, I don't know how "light" they are, but after I popped my pan into the oven, Isaw the 2 oz of oil still sitting on the counter, and not in the brownies. They baked up fine, and each they seem to taste better and better. So, mine are even "lighter".

B.

Cry me a river people. Obviously it's better, there is very little oil (fat), but it is not calorie free. Eat in moderation or stay away from brownies,that would be the best way to make sure you're eating healthy.

I am a registered dietitian, and I did the nutritional analysis of the brownie recipe. Each brownie (16) contains 188 calories and 7 grams of fat. I'm sure that this is less than a standard brownie, but still a lot of calories and fat, as are most desserts. We all just need to remember moderation!

need nutrition info. Its the only way to know if it is light

I am really disappointed that the nutritional content was not listed, I don't make any recipe unless it lists the nutritional content.Martha is really behind the times in this department.

I agree! I would like to find the nutrition facts together with the recipe. As I am living in Germany , I am not able to buy the magazine to receive the information from the back of it.

In today's health oriented world it truly amazes me that someone like Martha Stewart has yet to get with the program. I want nutrition information for the recipes I use just like for the food I chose to buy. I do not have the means to figure out all the health information that should be included with all the recipes. This information should come from food experts that devise the recipes and should be included with the ingredients.

I agree with "Bayle". Until you list the exact amount of calories, fat, fiber, and how many a "serving" is then I cannot figure out if this is truly a "Light" recipe.
The amounts of ingredients is helpful but that just means I have to figure all that out. Martha should have people who can do that for her and make these recipes easier for us to follow!

Nutrition facts are given at the back of the magazine "Everyday Food" for all the recipes in that issue.

Duh it's low in fat! Do you see it call for a 1/2 cup or so of oil???

Every time I get on this site some one asks for nutritional info, including myself. Why is it that you refuse to include the information even in a recipe that you say is light? Light in what--Fat, Calories, Sugar, Sodium? Unfortunately, I'm about to
give up on your website, it's too frustrating.

Check out www.eatbetteramerica.com. You can enter a recipe and it will "healthify" any recipe given. Pretty cool site!

Yes, I agree, would like to see nutritional facts!

I agree with the other remarks. I have wished for nutritional information on all the recipes provided ... but it certainly should be for those listed at "light." Thanks!

By the way, if you run it through the Weight Watchers recipe builder, they have three points each. Which isn't bad at all. Except that 16 servings from a 9-inch square pan makes for tiny brownies.

I agree with the requests for nutritional information. How hard would that be to provide? And it would make all the recipes more useful. It's something I've asked for repeatedly.

It seems that the term light has different meanings to different magazines..are they 120 calories a piece or 320 a piece...we need to define the term light.

What are the Brownie's lightend up from. Without calorie info and nutritional value the words lighten up don't mean much.

I also wish the recipes on this site included nutritional info. I'd be more apt to make them.

I couldn't agree more with comment #3 (Since the recipe is "light" this and all "light" recipes should include the Nutritional Facts). It's so important to give nutritional fact for people who need to know dietary facts.

This is definitely more cake like than brownie like, however they do get more "fudgey" the next day. None the less they were good, and my kids loved them with some vanilla frozen yogurt on top.

This recipe should be labeled as chocolate chocolate chunk cake as it really has the texture of a cake. I am not sure how light this recipe is given the fact that a whole bar of bittersweet chocolate (4 oz.) is added to this recipe. The applesauce and sour cream make for a very moist cake.

Since the recipe is "light" this and all "light" recipes should include the Nutritional Facts

Low fat brownie

These are really good...but not exactly a brownie. It's more like a snack cake, moist, rich, and chocolatey. I used dark cocoa powder and coconut oil and it turned out great!