Black Bean Brownies
These black bean brownies will satisfy your chocolate craving without unhealthy side effects.
Ingredients
- 1 can black beans or 1 1/2 cups
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup oats *gluten free if needed
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 6 tbsp water
Instructions
Make chia "eggs"
- Combine 2 tbsp chia seeds with 6 tbsp water and let sit for about 5 minutes
Make brownies
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add all ingredients plus the chia eggs to a food processor and process until combined. It will be slightly thicker but don't worry. Scoop all batter into an 8x8 pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 25-30 minutes.
- Let the brownies sit for 10 minutes or so before you take them out. Let cool. Cut into 16 squares and enjoy!
Notes
I haven't tried using eggs with this recipe. You could try another drying agent other than oats if you can't do those well.