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Fudgy black bean brownies on a plate with a drizzle of chocolate sauce

Fudgy Black Bean Brownies

Delicious and healthy brownies made with black beans, cocoa, and nut butter, creating a rich and fudgy dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Ingredients
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 15 oz can
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • chocolate chips (optional for topping)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the rinsed black beans, eggs, cocoa powder, honey (or maple syrup), nut butter, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
  4. Transfer the blended brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top if desired.
Baking
  1. Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 10-15 minutes. Cut them into squares and serve.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or drizzled with chocolate syrup. Brownies store well in an airtight container for 3-4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.