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ArticleNutrients2025

Vegetable-Enriched Brownies: A Healthier Twist on a Classic Treat.

Katarzyna Petka, Kinga Topolska

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Article in Nutrients, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Katarzyna PetkaDepartment of Plant Products Technology and Nutrition Hygiene, Faculty of Food Technology, University of Agriculture in Krakow, 21 Mickiewicz Av., 31-120 Krakow, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-8286-2485
Kinga TopolskaDepartment of Plant Products Technology and Nutrition Hygiene, Faculty of Food Technology, University of Agriculture in Krakow, 21 Mickiewicz Av., 31-120 Krakow, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-0383-6869

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Ministry of Science and Higher Education
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

BACKGROUND/

objectivesIn response to concerns about high-fat and low-fiber diets, this study modified a traditional brownie recipe by replacing butter with plant-based ingredients, including sweet potatoes, red beans, beetroot, zucchini, pumpkin, lentils, and spinach. The goal was to increase vegetable consumption while identifying the best vegetable fat replacer using sensory and instrumental analyses.

methodsChemical analyses were conducted to measure dry matter, protein, fat, ash, and dietary fiber, alongside texture, color, and sensory evaluations.

resultsThe butter replacement led to a significant reduction in fat content, up to three-fold, and a decrease in caloric value by 57% while increasing dietary fiber and ash levels. Sweet potato brownies (SPB) had the highest fiber and ash content, while zucchini brownies (ZB) exhibited improved texture due to greater moisture retention. Sensory assessments showed that classic brownies (CB) ranked highest in appearance, taste, and texture, while lentil (LB) and spinach brownies (SB) had lower acceptability.

conclusionsIncorporating plant-based ingredients into brownies significantly improves their nutritional profile but can affect sensory attributes. Further optimization is needed to balance nutritional benefits with consumer preferences, offering a promising approach to increasing vegetable intake through a popular dessert.

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Diet, HealthyVegetable ProductsVegetablesConsumer BehaviorDietary FiberFood PreferencesHumansNutritive ValueSpinacia oleraceaTasteDietary Fiberbrowniefat replacersplant-based modification

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PMID39796618
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