Description
Rich and fudgy Peanut Butter Black Bean Brownies are also gluten and dairy free, a healthier take on classic brownies that will satisfy your chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
1 15oz can black beans, drained
3 eggs
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter, divided
1 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
2/3 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350°F
Add drained black beans to the bowl of a food processor
Process on high until smooth, scraping the sides as needed
Add the eggs, brown sugar, coconut oil and peanut butter and vanilla process on high until smooth
In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, baking powder and sea salt
Add the dry mixture to the food processor, process on high until fully combined and batter is smooth
Transfer batter to a mixing bowl
Fold in 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Pour batter into a greased 8X8″ baking pan
Top with remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Bake 20-22 minutes, test to make sure they are baked through by inserting a toothpick into the center, if it comes out clean they are done
Cool until you are able to easily handle the pan
Carefully remove the brownies from the pan and place on parchment paper
Warm up the remaining 2 tbsp of peanut butter
Drizzle peanut butter over the brownies, allow to cool
Slice and enjoy
Notes
Brownies stay fresh up to 1 week in the refrigerator and up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
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