The only thing missing from unsweetened applesauce is several scoops of sugar. The flavors are almost identical, so save the calories and always choose the unsweetened variety.

Low-calorie

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 9

• ¾ cup whole-wheat flour
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¾ cup Splenda
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• ⅔ cup dark chocolate chips
• ⅔ cup mashed ripe bananas
• ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
• ⅓ cup fat-free plain yogurt
• ½ cup Egg Beaters
• 1 teaspoon banana extract

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, Splenda, salt, and chocolate chips in a large bowl and stir well. Add remaining ingredients; stir until smooth.

3. Pour batter into an 8″ square pan. Bake for 30 minutes. Cool and cut into 9 squares.

PER SERVING Calories: 163 | Fat: 4 g | Protein: 5 g | Sodium: 146 mg | Carbohydrates: 33 g | Fiber: 3 g