Black Bean Brownies

Black Bean Brownies

You’d never guess these rich, velvety chocolate treats contain a can of black beans. Who would have thought black bean brownies would be so amazing? —Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island

Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans

    rinsed and drained, 15 ounces

  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

    divided

  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 large eggs

    room temperature

  • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup baking cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the beans, 1/4 cup chocolate chips and oil in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Add eggs, brown sugar, cocoa, vanilla, baking powder and salt; cover and process until smooth.

  2. 2

    Transfer to a parchment-lined 8-in. square baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining chocolate chips. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Black Bean Brownies

Black Bean Brownies

4.2(32)

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About this Recipe

Craving a chocolate treat that feels a little virtuous? These black bean brownies are your surprising new go-to, delivering rich, velvety flavor you'd never guess hides a secret ingredient.

The genius of this recipe, championed by Kathy Hewitt from Cranston, Rhode Island, lies in the clever use of black beans, which create an incredibly moist, fudgy texture without adding any bean-y flavor. They contribute a wonderful density, making these brownies a satisfying treat you can feel good about.

Prepare for a rich, deeply chocolatey experience with a remarkably fudgy texture that melts in your mouth. Each bite delivers intense cocoa flavor from the baking cocoa and semisweet chocolate chips, perfectly balanced by the sweet brown sugar and the subtle hint of vanilla extract. You'll find these brownies are incredibly satisfying, making them perfect for curbing any chocolate craving while offering a unique twist on a classic dessert.

Feel free to customize these rich treats! For an extra layer of flavor, consider swapping the semisweet chocolate chips for dark chocolate chips for a more intense cocoa experience, or even milk chocolate chips for a sweeter profile. You could also experiment with adding a pinch of espresso powder to deepen the chocolate notes even further, enhancing their decadence.

These black bean brownies are perfect for a casual weeknight dessert, a thoughtful treat for guests, or a delightful addition to any celebration. Serve them simply on their own to let their unique texture shine.

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