Bake vegan black bean brownies that are fudgy, flourless, and naturally sweetened. A healthy dessert everyone will love.
⏱ Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Bake: 25 minutes
Serves: 9 brownies
🧺 Ingredients
- 1½ cups cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup maple syrup or date syrup
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp coconut oil or nut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
Firstly, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking pan.
Next, add all ingredients except chocolate chips to a blender or food processor.
Then, blend until completely smooth.
After that, fold in the chocolate chips.
Now, pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Finally, bake for 22–25 minutes until set. Let cool before slicing.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Extra Fudgy: Slightly underbake and chill before cutting.
- Nut-Free: Use sunflower seed butter or coconut oil.
- Low-Sugar: Replace syrup with mashed ripe banana.
- Protein Boost: Add 1–2 tbsp peanut butter.
- Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free—no changes needed.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Black Bean Brownies
Firstly, black beans provide plant-based protein.
Secondly, they are rich in fiber for digestion.
Moreover, cocoa contains antioxidants.
In addition, these brownies are flourless and dairy-free.
As a result, they are lighter than traditional brownies.
Finally, they help satisfy sweet cravings mindfully.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Firstly, blend extra smooth so beans are undetectable.
- Then, add chocolate chips for sweetness.
- Next, cut into small bite-sized squares.
- Finally, serve with fruit or dairy-free milk.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Brownie – Approximate)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Protein: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
