Vegan Black Bean Brownies (gluten-free!)
Your favorite dessert has had a makeover and is now filled with protein, fiber, and healthy ingredients! These brownies are chocolatey and delicious, you would never know they have beans in them!
Servings 9
Calories 281kcal
Cost $8
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can black beans unsalted, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup peanut butter creamy natural
- ¼ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1.5 tablespoon applesauce unsweetened
- 1.5 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ cup chocolate chips vegan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Add all ingredients into a food processor except for the chocolate chips.
- Blend until completely smooth and combined. Stir in ½ cup chocolate chips
- Pour into non-stick 9x9 baking pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then let cool for about 1 hour.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Drain and rinse your beans before using.
Use a food processor, not a blender, to make the brownie batter. This will ensure the batter is completely smooth.
Make these brownies in a greased or non-stick 8x8 baking dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 358mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg
