Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
Discover how to make incredibly fudgy brownies using black beans instead of flour. These brownies are a delicious way to sneak in extra vegetables while enjoying a classic treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a food processor, combine the rinsed black beans and eggs. Process until smooth.
- Add the cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, sugar, and vanilla extract to the food processor. Process until well combined.
- Stir in the baking powder and salt. Mix until just incorporated.
- If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving.
Notes
- For an extra fudgy texture, do not overbake.
- You can substitute maple syrup for sugar for a refined sugar-free option.
- Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg