Sneak Some Protein Into Your Treats with this Black Bean Brownies Recipe
Sneak some protein into your treats with this black bean brownies recipe. It's a surprising twist to the traditional chocolate brownie.
Ingredients
- 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
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!