Black Bean Brownies Fudgy and Healthy
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They are pretty much a one-bowl recipe. Make the flax eggs: Start by preheating the oven to 350F (175C). Then make the flax eggs. In a small bowl, mix the flax seeds with 6 tablespoons of water and set aside for 5-10 minutes until they reach a jelly consistency. Grind the almonds: If using almonds, add the almond to a food processor and blend until they are like coarse flour. If using almond meal, feel free to skip to step 3. Blend: Add the rinsed black beans, pitted dates, cocoa powder, almond milk, baking powder, two tablespoons of almond butter (we'll use one for decoration), flax seed eggs, and vanilla, and puree until smooth. I honestly can eat this out of the bowl as it is. Decorate: Grease an 8×8 inch pan, then line it with parchment paper. Drizzle with the tablespoon of almond butter you set aside, and use a knife or a chopstick (I know…I am resourceful) to create swirls. Sprinkle with chopped chocolate chunks or chocolate chips. Bake: Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the edges start to brown. The toothpick test won't work very well here because these brownies are meant to remain a bit gooey in the middle. Cut and eat: Let the brownies cool completely before cutting. This is quite important. If you try to remove the brownies from the pan or cut them when warm, they'll be way too soft, and it'll become a very messy task. Then, all that's left to do is to enjoy them!
Black Bean Brownies Fudgy and Healthy
Updated: November 11, 2022 DF GF V VG This article may contain links from our partners. We may receive a small commission if you make a purchase through a link. Please read our disclosure and how we make money. These ultra-fudgy, moist, and decadent black bean brownies are going to become your new favorite treat. And guess what? They are gluten-free, vegan, and naturally sweetened. But as good as the real deal. And whoever tries a bite will never guess they are filled with fiber-rich black beans and only healthy ingredients! JUMP TO RECIPE This has to be one of the best chocolate brownie recipes ever. Not only are these brownies fudgy and sweet, but they are incredibly healthy too! I know black bean brownies have been around for quite some time, but it never ceases to amaze me how good they are. And after testing various versions of it, I came up with this: a gluten-free, vegan, refined-sugar-free version that tastes just like the most scrumptious chocolate brownie. I swear! They are as good as the best chocolate brownies filled with butter and sugar out there. Don't believe me? Try it out, and you'll thank me later. In terms of healthy treats, it's a hard battle between these brownies, my homemade Nutella, and my favorite chocolate hazelnut cookies…Does anyone notice a chocolate theme here?FREE MEAL PLANNER
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Black beans: Of course! The star of this recipe. Also packed with fiber and protein, they make these brownies super nutritious. Important: choose black beans that have no added salt, if using a can!Flax Seeds: We'll use flax seeds to bind the ingredients instead of eggs. When mixed with water, they become gelatinous and are a great egg substitute in vegan recipes.Almond Milk: Or any other milk of your choice.Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Pick a cocoa powder made with pure cocoa beans for the best chocolaty flavor.Almonds (or Almond Flour): I use whole almonds and grind them myself, to give the brownies a bit of a crunch. But you can go the easy way and opt for almond flour or almond meal instead.Dates: I use soft Medjool dates in most of my recipes, as I love their caramel-like taste. They are packed with nutrients and fiber and are the perfect sugar substitute.Almond butter: Perfect for an extra dose of protein and healthy fats instead of oil.Vanilla: I prefer pure vanilla powder, but a good quality vanilla extract works as well.Baking powderDark Chocolate: You can also use dark chocolate chips, but I prefer to use better quality chocolate in my sweets. If you have to eat chocolate, make it the best experience possible!How to make
This black bean brownies recipe is incredibly simple. All you need to make it is a food processor or a blender.They are pretty much a one-bowl recipe. Make the flax eggs: Start by preheating the oven to 350F (175C). Then make the flax eggs. In a small bowl, mix the flax seeds with 6 tablespoons of water and set aside for 5-10 minutes until they reach a jelly consistency. Grind the almonds: If using almonds, add the almond to a food processor and blend until they are like coarse flour. If using almond meal, feel free to skip to step 3. Blend: Add the rinsed black beans, pitted dates, cocoa powder, almond milk, baking powder, two tablespoons of almond butter (we'll use one for decoration), flax seed eggs, and vanilla, and puree until smooth. I honestly can eat this out of the bowl as it is. Decorate: Grease an 8×8 inch pan, then line it with parchment paper. Drizzle with the tablespoon of almond butter you set aside, and use a knife or a chopstick (I know…I am resourceful) to create swirls. Sprinkle with chopped chocolate chunks or chocolate chips. Bake: Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the edges start to brown. The toothpick test won't work very well here because these brownies are meant to remain a bit gooey in the middle. Cut and eat: Let the brownies cool completely before cutting. This is quite important. If you try to remove the brownies from the pan or cut them when warm, they'll be way too soft, and it'll become a very messy task. Then, all that's left to do is to enjoy them!