For my husband’s birthday, he requested a “healthy” cake. I searched and searched for something healthy, yet tasty. Something we’d all enjoy. While looking for a recipe for a healthy chocolate cake I came across one for Black Bean Brownies. I changed the recipe up a bit since I didn’t have the exact ingredients in the original recipe, and it turned out surprisingly delicious. You would never know these tasty brownies contained a whole can of black beans!
This recipe is simple, quick, and super yummy! If you like fudgy brownies, you’re sure to enjoy these. The awesome thing is, you can eat them without the guilt…they’re much healthier than your average brownie!
Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
1 15 oz. can (1 3/4 cups) black beans, well rinsed and drained
2 egg whites
3 T coconut oil, melted (or other oil of choice) I used 1Tbs. Coconut oil + 2 Tbs. olive oil
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 tsp sea salt
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 c organic sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
Chocolate Chips
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Blend ingredients till you get a thick pourable batter. If too thick add up to 2 Tbs. of water. I used my Vitamix which made the entire process incredibly easy. Pour in greased 9×9 pan. Top with chocolate chips. Cook for 20 – 25 min. Enjoy!
Great idea to make a treat healthier
I like eating healthier and this is a great brownie recipe. I like that it is made of beans and has other healthy ingredients. I will have to make this recipe for my family.
I have been looking for healthier recipes lately . I will have to try this.
Yes..try it! Don’t let the thought of black beans deter you. They really are delicious!
wanna try this now! lol
I am really hungry
never heard of using black beans in brownies. they look good.
My grandsons love black beans so I really think they would love this batch of brownies. Yum!
yum!! id love to try these. thats a fun new twist on a classic food
That looks yummy! I will have to try it. I am always looking for healthier desserts!
I’ve been really curious about making brownies with black beans. These look really yummy!
I would have never thought to put beans in brownies??!! The brownies look delicious so I am going to have to try that!!
These look amazingly delish! I bet the kids and hubby would love them, easy to make to, gonna try these this weekend.
Not only do these look great, they are so easy to make. I copied the recipe and am going to make them now before my teen gets back from summer acting camp. She’s having a rough day and could use something tasty and healthy!
I love black bean brownies. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
I’ve never tried this recipe but I’ve heard great things about it.
I would never, ever have thought this would be good but it makes sense consistency-wise. I pinned in case I ever go gluten-free!
Yum, I’d love to give this a try, it’s healthy but I’m sure it’s still delicious. Thank you for sharing this great recipt.
I love eating brownies, but I never thought of having red beans in them. Maybe I will try this later! 🙂
I am going to try this. Always looking for a healthier bust still tasty desert alternative.
I have never heard of using black beans in a brownie recipe but I love brownies so I would try these for sure.
Sneak those veggies in where ever you can.
Mmm these look delicious! And gluten free too!:) thanks for posting!
TRIED THE RECIPE FOR “Fudgy Black Bean Brownies” AND EVERYONE LOVED THEM……….
so glad you all liked it!
These look really good and I love all of the healthy ingredients that go into making them. I wouldn’t feel guilty at all eating these.
Ohhh…I’m pinning this! These are something I would make! Sounds so good…but at least somewhat healthy!
It sounds so good and really interesting. I would love to try this.
My niece recently found out she has to be gluten free and is having a difficult time with it. She loves brownies and I’m looking forward to making these for her. Thank you for sharing!