Description
Fudgy, decadent brownies with 12g protein per serving using black beans and plant-based protein powder. Vegan adaptable and gluten-free.
Ingredients
1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
3 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup coconut sugar or stevia blend
¼ cup melted coconut oil
1 scoop chocolate protein powder (plant-based or whey)
1 tsp instant espresso powder
½ tsp baking powder
¼ cup dark chocolate chips (70%+)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and line 8×8 pan with parchment
Blend beans, eggs, cocoa, sugar until completely smooth (2 mins)
Add melted oil, protein powder, espresso, baking powder; blend 30 sec
Fold in chocolate chips by hand
Pour into pan, bake 22-25 minutes (center should barely jiggle)
Cool 30 mins before slicing into 9 squares
Notes
Store refrigerated for up to 5 days
Freeze extras for quick protein snacks
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: high protein brownies, black bean protein dessert, healthy chocolate brownies