Description
Rich, fudgy, and naturally gluten-free, these black bean brownies are a healthier twist on a classic treat—packed with protein and fiber, but still full of deep chocolate flavor.
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) black beans (canned, drained & rinsed)
1/3 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla bean
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8 baking dish or line with parchment.
2. In a high-powered blender or food processor, add the black beans, eggs, cocoa powder, syrup, vanilla, baking powder, and coconut oil. Blend until completely smooth.
3. Stir in the chocolate chips by hand. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
4. Sprinkle extra chips on top and optionally a pinch of flaky sea salt.
5. Bake for 25–28 minutes, or until a toothpick slides out mostly clean.
6. Cool at least 10 minutes before slicing.
7. Refrigerate for a few hours if you prefer a chilled, dense texture.
Notes
Swap coconut oil for avocado oil if preferred.
Use flax eggs for a vegan version.
Enhance with add-ins like chia seeds, nuts, or espresso powder.
Chill for an even fudgier texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: black bean brownies, healthy brownies, gluten-free brownies