Description
These Black Bean Brownies are rich, fudgy, and surprisingly healthy. Made with black beans instead of flour, they’re naturally gluten-free and packed with protein and fiber. Sweetened with maple syrup and studded with melty chocolate chips, these brownies satisfy your chocolate cravings guilt-free. Perfect for a nutritious dessert or snack that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well) (250g after draining)
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2 tablespoons cocoa powder (10g)
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1/2 cup quick oats (40g)
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave (75g)
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Pinch uncut stevia OR 2 tablespoons sugar (or omit and increase maple syrup to 1/2 cup)
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1/4 cup coconut or vegetable oil (40g)
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 cup to 2/3 cup chocolate chips (not optional)
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Optional: additional chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
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In a food processor or blender, combine black beans, cocoa powder, oats, salt, maple syrup, stevia or sugar, oil, vanilla extract, and baking powder. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in chocolate chips by hand.
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Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
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Use quick oats for best texture; old-fashioned oats can be substituted but may change texture slightly.
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For a vegan version, use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American