Description
You will love these fudgy black bean brownies! They are easy to make, gluten-free, and packed with protein. No one will guess the secret healthy ingredient in this rich chocolate dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed well and drained
- 3 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or neutral oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar or maple syrup (for naturally sweetened brownies)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Place the rinsed black beans, eggs, melted oil, and sweetener into a food processor. Blend until completely smooth. You must scrape down the sides often to ensure no bean chunks remain.
- Add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the food processor. Process again until the batter is fully combined and smooth. This step is key for fudgy black bean brownies.
- Gently fold in the 1/2 cup of chocolate chips using a spatula. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top if you wish.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Cooling helps them set into perfect, moist chocolate treats.
- Cut into squares and enjoy your protein packed brownies!
Notes
- For a vegan and egg-free version, substitute the 3 eggs with 3 flax eggs (mix 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 9 tablespoons water; let sit for 5 minutes to thicken).
- If you do not have a food processor, you can use a high-powered blender, but you may need to add a tablespoon or two of water or milk to help it blend smoothly.
- For a gluten free fudgy brownies experience, confirm your cocoa powder and baking powder are certified gluten-free.
- These taste best after they have chilled for at least an hour, making them even more like chocolate bean fudge.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 30