Carol's Black Bean Brownies

Indulge in a guilt-free chocolatey treat with Carol's Black Bean Brownies—an irresistibly fudgy dessert with a healthy twist! This recipe swaps traditional flour for protein-packed black beans, creating a surprisingly rich and velvety texture while keeping it gluten-free. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, these brownies are perfectly balanced with hints of cocoa, melty dark chocolate chips, and optional crunchy walnuts. A breeze to prepare in just 10 minutes of prep time, this wholesome delight bakes to perfection in under 25 minutes. Ideal for those seeking a nutritious yet decadent dessert, these black bean brownies are a hit among kids and adults alike. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or even a post-workout treat—try this simple and satisfying recipe today!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can, rinsed and drained) Black beans
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 3 tbsp Coconut oil (melted)
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 0.333 cup Cocoa powder
• 0.25 cup Oats (optional, for extra texture)
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup or honey
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 0.125 tsp Salt
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the black beans, eggs, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, oats (if using), maple syrup or honey, baking powder, and salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well-combined, scraping down the sides as needed.

Step 3

Stir in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts (if using) by hand until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges begin to pull away from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).

Step 6

Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Step 7

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(570.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1813.1

Total Fat 112.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1210.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 123.5g
Protein 38.3g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 363.3mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 1645.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 40.2%