Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 8
Who says brownies can’t be healthy AND delicious? These Black Bean Brownies are rich, fudgy, and naturally sweetened—while packing a protein and fiber punch! Made with wholesome ingredients, they’re the perfect way to satisfy your chocolate cravings without the guilt. 🍫💪
Ingredients For Black Bean Brownies
☑1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
☑ 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
☑ ¼ cup melted coconut oil (or nut butter)
☑ ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
☑2 teaspoons🥄 vanilla extract
☑½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 baking powder
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt
☑ ½ cup dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
🔹 Optional Add-ins: Chopped nuts 🌰, shredded coconut 🥥, or a pinch of sea salt for extra flavor
Cooking Steps For Black Bean Brownies
- 🥧Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. - 🥧Blend the Batter
In a food processor or blender, blend black beans, eggs, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. - 🥧Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add this to the black bean mixture and blend until combined. - 🥧Fold in Chocolate Chips
Stir in the chocolate chips (and any optional add-ins) for extra texture and flavor. - 🥧Bake & Cool
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top, and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
🥧Slice & Enjoy!
Let the brownies cool before slicing. Enjoy them warm, or chill for an extra fudgy texture!Rich, fudgy, and secretly healthy! These Black Bean Brownies prove that indulgence and nutrition can go hand in hand. Who’s ready to try this guilt-free treat? 🍫
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