Black Bean Protein Brownies

Name: Black Bean Protein Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 9 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 15 oz canned black beans, drained, rinsed; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 cup coconut oil (or vegetable oil), melted; 1/2 cup pure maple syrup; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips

Fudgy, flourless brownies made with blended black beans, cocoa, and eggs for a surprisingly rich texture with extra protein and fiber. No one will guess the secret ingredient.

40 minEasyServes 9230 cal/serving

AmericanDessertOvenHigh ProteinVegetarianHigh FiberLow CarbGluten-FreeDairy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

15 oz canned black beans, drained, rinsed
3 large eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup coconut oil (or vegetable oil), melted
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2

Add 15 oz drained, rinsed canned black beans, 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil), 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
3

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle 1/2 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips evenly over the top, pressing them in lightly.
4

Bake for 22-25 minutes, until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
5

Let cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before slicing into 9 squares.

Questions

Can I make Black Bean Protein Brownies ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Store it airtight: two to three days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated. It freezes for up to two months; thaw at room temperature.

Can I halve or double Black Bean Protein Brownies?

Yes. As written it serves 9. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, split it across two pans and rotate them halfway; one crowded pan bakes unevenly.

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