Description
Rich, fudgy, and naturally gluten-free, these black bean brownies transform pantry staples into a decadent chocolate treat without sacrificing texture or flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- Extra chocolate chips for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.
- In a food processor, blend black beans, eggs, coconut oil, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, baking powder, and salt until completely smooth.
- Transfer batter to a bowl and fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top; add extra chips if desired.
- Bake 22–25 minutes, checking for a toothpick with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
- Cut into squares and serve; refrigerate leftovers for freshness.
Notes
Drain beans very well to avoid runny batter. Cool fully for clean, even slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg