Fudgy Black Bean Brownies

These gluten-free black bean brownies are so fudgy and scrumptious. Nobody will have the ability to inform that they’re flourless and made with beans!

With over 100 5 star evaluations these black bean brownies are certainly one of EBF’s hottest dessert recipes so in case you haven’t tried them but, right here’s your signal!

They’re a breeze to whip up and are available out tasting moist, fudgy and lots candy. And belief me, no person will even have the ability to inform that they’re made with black beans. They get blended up in your meals processor and are utterly undetectable. The beans basically simply substitute flour, plus they add some fiber and protein.

I’ve tried different black bean brownie recipes earlier than and none have turned out pretty much as good as this recipe, if I do say so myself! I feel you’re going to LOVE them simply as a lot as we do!

Why You’ll Love These Brownies

• Straightforward to make – You solely want 10 easy elements and a meals processor!
• Wholesome – These brownies are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and the black beans add additional vitamin and protein.
• Wealthy and fudgy – Nobody will know that they’re made with beans! They’re nonetheless have such a wealthy and fudgy texture.
• Allergen-friendly – These brownies are gluten-free, grain-free and might simply be made vegan and nut-free.

Elements & Substitutions

• black beans – acts as a flour substitute and provides protein and fiber! I used one can of black beans (drained and rinsed), however you’ll be able to at all times use dry black beans as a substitute. I haven’t tried this, however another person used 154g of dry black beans and the brownies turned out nicely.
• eggs – helps bind the elements collectively and supply construction for the brownies.
• coconut oil – to assist add moisture to the brownies. Olive oil, avocado oil or butter works instead.
• cacao powder – can’t have brownies with out cocoa powder for that chocolate taste! For those who don’t have uncooked cacao powder, unsweetened cocoa powder works too! I actually like Navitas natural cacao powder.
• sea salt and baking powder – two baking necessities!
• pure vanilla extract – for some added taste.
• pure maple syrup – the proper liquid sweetener for these brownies. Simply be sure you use pure maple syrup, not the substitute form labeled “pancake syrup” that’s constituted of corn syrup. One other liquid sweetener like honey or agave would additionally work.
• chocolate chips – can’t have brownies with out chocolate chips! Be at liberty to make use of your favourite model!
• walnuts – I like the added crunch the chopped walnuts add, however you’ll be able to completely skip these or use one other nut as a substitute.

Dietary Substitutions

• Vegan: To make this recipe vegan you can use flaxseed eggs. I’ve examined these brownies with flax eggs and the brownies turned out, they simply didn’t rise as nicely.
• Dairy-free: Make certain the chocolate chips you’re utilizing are dairy-free.
• Low-sugar: To cut back the sugar content material of those brownies you can use stevia-sweetened chocolate chips like Lily’s chocolate chips and swap the maple syrup with sugar-free monk fruit maple syrup.
• Nut-free: Skip the walnuts and prime your brownies with extra chocolate chips in case you want.

How you can Make Black Bean Brownies

Preheat: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.

Mix: Place the beans, eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, cocoa powder, salt and vanilla within the bowl of a meals processor or blender and mix till clean.

Mix: Take away the blade and gently stir in your chocolate chips and walnuts, if utilizing. Another choice is to sprinkle the walnuts on prime of the brownie batter when you pour it into the pan.

Bake: Switch combination to the ready baking dish. Bake for 35 minutes, or till brownies are set within the middle and a toothpick comes out clear. Cool utterly, lower into squares and luxuriate in!

How you can Serve Black Bean Brownies

I like consuming these brownies plain, however if you wish to get fancy listed here are some topping concepts:

• Nut butter – add a drizzle of nut butter on prime of your brownies for some wholesome fat and added protein.
• Coconut whip – these brownies can be scrumptious with a dollop of coconut whip cream on prime!
• Ice cream – you’ll be able to’t go incorrect with a scoop of ice cream when serving these brownies!
• Caramel sauce – these brownies paired with a drizzle of my date caramel sauce can be to die for!
• Yogurt – need to eat a brownie for breakfast? Crumble it on prime of some Greek yogurt (or any yogurt of alternative) with a sprinkle of granola (this do-it-yourself granola is scrumptious) and recent berries. Like a breakfast brownie sundae… so yummy!

How you can Retailer

These brownies by no means final lengthy in our home, however listed here are some storing suggestions:

• At room temperature: Retailer in an hermetic container at room temperature for 4-5 days.
• Within the fridge: Retailer within the fridge in an hermetic container for as much as one week.
• Within the freezer: These brownies freeze nicely! Retailer them in a freezer-safe bag or container for as much as 3 months. To thaw, place the brownies within the fridge in a single day or at room temperature for a couple of hours.

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