Black Bean Brownies Kid Approved!

Desserts | Gluten-Free | Kid Approved | Low Sodium | High in Fiber | Vegetarian | Nut-Free

Black beans replace the flour in these moist, deep chocolate brownies. These brownies are gluten-free and packed with protein.

Black Bean Brownies
8
Servings
35-40 minutes + cooling
Total Time
$0.19
Cost per serving *
Temperature: 350 degrees
Serving size:2, 2"x2" brownies
Prep time:15 minutes
Cook time:20-25 minutes
Total time:35-40 minutes + cooling
Equipment:

Can opener

Large mixing bowl

Potato masher or fork

8x8 inch baking dish or pan

Utensils:

Mixing spoon

Measuring cups and spoons

Toothpick to test

* Cost and availability of recipe ingredients may vary across different regions of Ohio. Cost per serving information should be used as a general guide when considering recipe cost.

Ingredients

Non-stick spray

1 15 ounce can no salt added black beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 cup vegetable oil OR canola oil

3 large eggs

2/3 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup cocoa powder

1 teaspoon (regular or imitation) vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, and tops of cans.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Spray an 8x8 inch pan or baking dish with non-stick spray.
  4. Use a potato masher or fork to completely break up the beans.
  5. Add the oil to the beans. Stir to mix completely to be sure that all beans are completely mashed.
  6. Add the eggs and mix well.
  7. Add brown sugar and cocoa and mix well.
  8. Add vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt.
  9. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with chocolate chips (if using).
  10. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into 16 pieces.


Tips

  • Add 1 tablespoon of instant coffee to the mix for a mocha flavor.
  • Add 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper for a flash of heat.
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Ingredients

What goes in Black Bean Brownies?

Black Beans
Black Beans
Vanilla Extract
Vanilla Extract

Nutritional Information
(Per Serving)

CALORIES
200
TOTAL FAT
10g
SODIUM
130mg
TOTAL CARBS
25g
PROTEIN
6g
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