fudgy black bean brownies

This fudgy black bean brownie recipe is sure to please your taste buds. Instead of flour this recipe uses black beans which will make the batter extremely moist and high in fiber and protein. This flour-less recipe is also gluten free! Try them with an ice cold glass of milk!

Nutrition info: 2x2 inch square 

Calories: 135 

Total fat: 6g

Saturated fat: 2g

Cholesterol: 35mg

Sodium: 121mg

Carbohydrate: 19g

Dietary Fiber: 2g

Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

1     15-ounce can of black beans, rinsed well

3    large eggs

3    tablespoons canola oil

¾   cup white sugar

½   cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2    teaspoons vanilla extract

½   teaspoon baking powder

¼   teaspoon salt

½   cup chocolate chips, divided

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray the baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

Place the black beans in a food processor and process until creamy. Add eggs, oil, sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, baking powder and salt and process until smooth. Add ¼ cup of chocolate chips to the batter and mix in with a spoon.

Pour batter evenly into pan. Sprinkle with remaining chocolate chips.

Bake 30-35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely before serving. Serves 16.

Tips
When processing the black beans you may need to add a little water to help mix them and make it smooth.