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Black Bean Gingerbread Bars

These moist and cake-like gingerbread bars pack a sneaky serving of black beans in each bite. They are loaded with protein, fiber, and nutrients for a healthier treat.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 106 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans , or 1 (15 oz.) can drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free oat flour
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon coarse granulated sugar , for topping (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF and line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. In the bowl of a large food processor fitted with an "S" blade, combine the black beans, flour, oil, sugar, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt, baking soda, vanilla, molasses, and vinegar. Process until a smooth batter is formed.
  2. Pour the batter into the lined baking dish and sprinkle the top with the tablespoon of coarse sugar, if desired. Bake until the top feels firm to a light touch, about 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely before removing the bars from the pan and slicing.
  3. These bars will keep well at room temperature for up to 48 hours tightly covered, but for best shelf life keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition Information

Calories 106kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 112mg (5%) Potassium 129mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 9g (18%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 106

% Daily Value*

Calories 106kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 112mg 5%
Potassium 129mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 9g 18%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.