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Black Bean Brownies

Simple homemade brownies that are high in protein and fiber, low in sugar and free of dairy, eggs, soy and gluten!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15oz can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp 100% cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup natural sweetener (honey, pure maple syrup, agave)
  • 1/4 cup oil (avocado, coconut, etc)
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder (aluminum free)
  • 1/2-2/3 cup chocolate chips
  • chocolate chips or nuts for topping optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
    2. Mix all the ingredients in a food processor or blender until well combined.
    3. Add batter to an oiled 8x8 baking dish. Can add chocolate chips or nuts on top as desired.
    4. Bake for 15-18min, until set.

Notes

*For the rolled oats, you may grind the oats to create an oat flour before mixing into the batter.  This will create a smoother overall texture.
Health Tips:
  • choose baking powder that is aluminum free
  • use dark chocolate for added antioxidants
  • to make lower fat, replace oil with equal parts unsweetened applesauce
  • choose pure vanilla extract, not imitation vanilla extract
Keyword beans, brownies, healthy