🍫 Mediterranean Oreo Layered Halloween Brownies (Clean & Festive)
Servings: 9 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Bake Time: 25–30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins
🧁 Ingredients
For the Brownie Base:
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- ½ cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole wheat flour or almond flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of sea salt
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)
For the “Oreo” Layer (Mediterranean-style):
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp cream cheese or ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp crushed whole-grain or cocoa biscuits (choose minimally processed, low-sugar type)
- 1 tbsp dark cocoa powder
Halloween Topping:
- A few dark chocolate chunks or cocoa nibs
- Optional: sprinkle crushed pistachios, orange zest, or pomegranate seeds for color
🎃 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Brownie Batter:
In a bowl, whisk olive oil, yogurt, honey, eggs, and vanilla.
Add flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.
Fold in dark chocolate chips. - Prepare the “Oreo” Layer:
Mix Greek yogurt, cream cheese, honey, cocoa powder, and crushed biscuits until smooth. - Layer the Brownies:
Pour half of the brownie batter into the pan.
Spoon the “Oreo” mixture on top, spreading evenly.
Add the remaining brownie batter and swirl gently with a knife for a marbled effect. - Bake:
Bake 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Let cool completely before cutting. - Decorate (Halloween Style):
Drizzle a little melted dark chocolate and sprinkle orange zest or pomegranate seeds to create a spooky festive look.
💡 Mediterranean Diet Tips
- Swap refined sugar for honey or dates.
- Use olive oil instead of butter for healthy fats.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and a creamy texture.
- Keep chocolate dark (70–85%) for antioxidants.
Would you like me to create a Halloween-themed photo (Mediterranean-style brownie scene) for this recipe — like rustic dark chocolate brownies with orange & pistachio accents?
