Fudgy Black Bean Brownies (No Flour!)
Ingredients
- 115-oz can black beans
- 3 largeeggs
- 3 tbspoil
a flavorless oil like canola oil or vegetable oil, 45 mL
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- ¼ cunsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅝ csugar
- ½ tspbaking powder
- ¼ tspsalt
- ½ csemi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
- 1
Wets: Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Puree 1 15-oz can black beans (drained and rinsed) in food processor into a rough paste. In a large bowl, mix together the bean puree, 3 large eggs, 3 Tbsp oil, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. (You could also just add everything to the food processor and blitz until smooth. The first method gives your brownies a little more bean texture, while the latter is more smooth.)
- 2
Dries: In a separate bowl, combine ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅔ cup sugar, ½ tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp salt, and coffee (if using). Add the dry ingredients to the wets, then stir in ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips. (If chocolate sinks into the batter, then reserve a handful. About 15 minutes into baking, sprinkle the remaining chocolate over the brownies so you can get chocolate layers throughout the brownie.)
- 3
Bake: Grease an 8x8 or 9x9 inch pan, then line with parchment paper. Pour in batter and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the edges are visibly cooked and the center doesn't jiggle much when you shake the pan (a toothpick may still come out a little gooey, that's fine!)* Allow brownies to cool before cutting.
Fudgy Black Bean Brownies (No Flour!)
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About this Recipe
Imagine biting into a rich, fudgy brownie that’s intensely chocolatey, perfectly moist, and secretly good for you. These Fudgy Black Bean Brownies (No Flour!) deliver all that and more, offering a decadent treat that's naturally gluten-free and shockingly easy to make.
The magic of this recipe lies in using black beans as a surprising, yet brilliant, base. They lend an incredibly moist, dense texture that makes these brownies supremely fudgy, while being completely undetectable in flavor. This clever swap also means you get a delicious dessert that's naturally gluten-free without needing special flours, a secret that has earned these brownies over 500 five-star reviews.
Prepare for a deep chocolate experience that satisfies any sweet craving. These brownies boast a wonderfully dense, almost truffle-like fudginess, with sweet semi-sweet chocolate chips distributed throughout. You'll be amazed at how easily these come together, with a final texture so appealing that even the most skeptical eaters won't guess the secret ingredient. Each generous serving offers a delightful, guilt-free treat for just 117 calories.
While perfect as is, you can easily customize these fudgy black bean brownies. For an extra chocolate boost, consider adding more semi-sweet chocolate chips, or even a mix of dark chocolate chips. If you prefer a less sweet brownie, you could slightly reduce the sugar amount. You can also experiment with a different type of flavorless oil, like melted coconut oil, if that's what you have on hand.
These versatile brownies are ideal for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dessert to bringing to a potluck. Serve them simply on their own, or with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt to enhance the chocolate notes.