Description
These Fudgy Black Bean Brownies are a game-changer. They taste absolutely divine, boasting an intensely rich chocolate flavor and a perfectly fudgy texture. Moreover, they are secretly nutritious, with black beans adding protein and fiber, making them a treat you can feel good about serving. This recipe is also incredibly easy to make, calling for simple ingredients and minimal fuss, making them a win-win for families.
Ingredients
1 15-ounce can Canned black beans
2 large Eggs
0.75 cup Granulated sugar
0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
0.25 cup Vegetable oil
1 tsp Vanilla extract
0.5 tsp Baking powder
0.25 tsp Salt
0.5 cup Chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan, or line with parchment paper
- In a food processor, combine the rinsed black beans, eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, oil, vanilla, baking powder, and salt. Process until completely smooth. No bean chunks allowed for truly fudgy black bean brownies!
- Stir in the ½ cup of chocolate chips
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top of your Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs, not wet batter. Do not overbake these Fudgy Black Bean Brownies!
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. This ensures the best texture for your amazing Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
Notes
Blend black beans until absolutely smooth to ensure fudgy texture.
Do not overbake to prevent dry, cakey brownies. Bake until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Always cool completely before slicing for proper setting and enhanced chewiness.
Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking to elevate chocolate flavor.
For dairy-free, use dairy-free chocolate chips.
For gluten-free, ensure cocoa powder is certified gluten-free.
Substitute sugar with maple syrup or honey for a refined sugar-free option.
Add peppermint extract for mint chocolate or orange zest for a citrusy twist.
Chopped nuts or shredded coconut are wonderful additions.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Freeze individual brownies for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature or warm slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: fudgy black bean brownies, chocolate brownies, healthy brownies, gluten-free, dairy-free, easy dessert, snack