Sneak Some Protein Into Your Treats with this Black Bean Brownies Recipe

By Angela Sellari Jump to Recipe

Say what??? Yup, I said black beans brownies.

I’m trying to do things a little healthier around hear. You’ll never guess that dense fudge brownies contain a full can of black beans. It’s such a fun way to sneak a little extra protein into your family’s diet. These black bean brownies are a delicious and nutritious twist to a traditional chocolate brownie.

There some flourless, gluten-free recipes out there for black bean brownies. But this recipe is simply a healthier brownie recipe made with black beans and coconut oil. They are surprisingly delicious and something the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans, 15 oz, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, in liquid form, microwave if necessary
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350.

Step 2: Grease a square baking pan with cooking spray.

Step 3: For “full bean” brownies as shown in photos:

Step 4: Mix all ingredients in a large mixing bowl by hand. You can mash the beans slightly while stirring. Pour into prepared baking pan and bake for 30-40 minutes. Cool completely before cutting.

For “hidden bean” brownies:

Step 1: Pour beans into a mixing bowl and use a mixer to break apart the beans. Add remaining ingredients and mix until combined. Pour into prepared baking pan and bake for 30-40 minutes. Cool completely before cutting.

Notes: the “full bean” brownies look like nuts, but they are obviously not. They are a little firmer than the batter, so you get a difference in texture when you eat it. I liked it. It’s not for everyone, but certainly something to try.

Such a fun way to sneak some protein into your treats! Do you think this is a brownie recipe your family would enjoy?

Sneak Some Protein Into Your Treats with this Black Bean Brownies Recipe

Angela Sellari

Sneak some protein into your treats with this black bean brownies recipe. It's a surprising twist to the traditional chocolate brownie.

4.50 from 2 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 249 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 can black beans
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup coconut oil in liquid form, microwave if necessary
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350. Grease a square baking pan with cooking spray.
• For “full bean” brownies
• Mix all ingredients in a large mixing bowl by hand. You can mash the beans slightly while stirring. Pour into prepared baking pan and bake for 30-40 minutes. Cool completely before cutting.
• For “hidden bean” brownies: Pour beans into a mixing bowl and use a mixer to break apart the beans. Add remaining ingredients and mix until combined. Pour into prepared baking pan and bake for 30-40 minutes. Cool completely before cutting.
  
• Notes: the “full bean” brownies look like nuts, but they are obviously not. They are a little firmer than the batter, so you get a difference in texture when you eat it. I liked it. It’s not for everyone, but certainly something to try.

Nutrition

Calories: 249kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 132mgFiber: 3g

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