Black Bean Brownies
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
9 large brownies
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Calories
239 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Black Bean Brownies
Description
These Black Bean Brownies use black beans as a base, combined with egg, raw cacao powder, coconut sugar, and avocado oil to make a dense and fudgy chocolate dessert. Optional additions like instant coffee and shredded coconut add layers of deep flavor and texture. The batter is spread evenly in a lined baking pan and baked until set, resulting in brownies that slice cleanly and hold together well.
The beans contribute moisture and structure, allowing for fewer typical baking ingredients while keeping the brownies rich. The flavor is balanced with a hint of balsamic vinegar to brighten and deepen the chocolate notes.
You can vary the sweetener or fats used with the suggested substitutions without drastically changing the texture. These brownies cool best before cutting to maintain their shape and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 (14-oz) can black beans drained and rinsed
- 2 large egg
- 1/3 cup raw cacao powder
- ¾ cup coconut sugar
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp instant coffee optional
- ½ cup coconut optional, unsweetened, shredded
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8" x 8" baking pan with parchment paper, then lightly oil the parchment paper.
- Stir ½ cup of the chocolate chips into the batter and pour into a lightly oiled or parchment lined baking dish.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until brownies are set up and a toothpick tests clean.
- Allow brownies to cool 15 minutes before cutting into them.
Notes
- Substitute regular white or brown sugar 1:1 for coconut sugar as preferred.
- Avocado oil can be swapped with melted coconut oil, olive oil, or melted butter in equal amounts.
- Balsamic vinegar may be replaced with apple cider vinegar, rice vinegar, or lemon juice to suit taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9large brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1of 9 | |
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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