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Black Bean Brownies

These delicious Black Bean Brownies blend rich chocolate flavor with hidden nutritional benefits from black beans, creating a satisfying dessert that's easy to make and clean up.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can standard can black beans (drained and rinsed well) Make sure to rinse the black beans well to avoid any can taste.
  • 2 pieces eggs (at room temperature) Room temperature eggs create a smoother batter.
  • 1/4 cup neutral oil (like grapeseed, canola, peanut, or vegetable)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee (decaf is fine) Enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness.
  • 3 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips (optional) Can add more for a richer brownie.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line an 8-inch square light metal baking pan with nonstick foil or greased regular foil or parchment.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the drained black beans, eggs, oil, vanilla, and coffee. Blend until completely smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar, breaking up any clumps.
  4. Pour the bean mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until smooth and well combined; the batter will be soft.
  5. Fold in about half of the chocolate chips, if using.
Baking
  1. Scrape the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining chips on top and press down lightly to help them stick.
  2. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top springs back when pressed gently and the center doesn’t jiggle when you move the pan.
  3. For cakier brownies, lower the oven temperature to 300°F and continue baking for another 3 to 5 minutes or until the center is really stable.
  4. Let the brownies cool in the pan on a wire rack. Chill for 30 minutes in the fridge (or 10 in the freezer) before slicing.

Notes

Serve warm, topped with ice cream or whipped cream for a delicious treat. These brownies keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. Just thaw and reheat as needed!