Description
These decadent brownies are a nutrient-dense treat that swaps flour for black beans to create an incredibly moist and fudgy texture. Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without the gluten, this recipe uses simple, wholesome ingredients to produce a bakery-quality experience. They are completely customizable, easy to prepare, and a wonderful way to offer a balanced dessert that will leave your guests guessing the secret ingredient.
Ingredients
1.5 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed well
2 tbsp high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup quick oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup maple syrup (or agave/honey)
2 tbsp sugar (optional)
1/4 cup coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 F.
Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly under cold water.
Combine the beans, cocoa powder, oats, salt, maple syrup, sweetener, oil, vanilla extract, and baking powder in a high-speed food processor.
Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and no bean skins are visible.
Gently stir the chocolate chips into the batter by hand.
Pour the mixture into a prepared baking pan.
Bake for approximately 18 minutes until the edges are set.
Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Ensure the beans are rinsed very well to remove any metallic canned taste. For the best texture, ensure the batter is processed until perfectly smooth. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg