Fudgy Brownies - Diabetic

6 Tbsp. margarine
4 oz. unsweetened chocolate
1/3 cup skim milk
1/3 cup apricot preserves*
1 egg yolk
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 1/2 cups **Equal spoonful
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/8 tsp. salt
3 egg whites
1/8 tsp. cream of tartar
1/3 cup walnuts; coarsely chopped, optional

This recipe provides a 55% calorie reduction from traditional recipe

* Apricot preserves with nutrasweet brand sweetener OR apricot spreadable
fruit

** Equal brand sugar substitute

Heat margarine, chocolate, milk and apricot preserves in small saucepan,
whisking frequently, until chocolate is almost melted. Whisk in egg yolk
and vanilla; mix in combined flour, Equal, baking powder, and salt until
smooth. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar to stiff peaks in large bowl.
Fold chocolate mixture into egg whites. Pour batter into greased 8-inch
square baking pan. Fold in walnuts if desired.

Bake in preheated 350ºF oven until brownies are firm to touch and toothpick
comes out clean, 18-20 minutes (do not over bake). Cool on wire rack. Serve
warm or at room temperature.

Cut into 16 pieces.

Nutrition Information
Per Serving (without walnuts)
Energy: 91 calories
Carbohydrates 8g
Protein 2g
Fiber 1g
Fat 6g

Canadian Diabetes Food Choice Value:
1/16th of recipe = 1/2 starch choice + 1 Fat Choice

Source: Equal by Searle & Co. - Canada

By Masta Pririp