Description
Experience the ultimate chocolate craving satisfaction with these Healthy Brownies. Made with wholesome ingredients like black beans and maple syrup, they provide a rich, fudgy texture without the guilt. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies are not just nutritious—they’re also irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
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- 1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or more)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, blend the black beans, cocoa powder, maple syrup, peanut butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and baking powder until smooth.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean with moist crumbs.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For gluten-free brownies, swap all-purpose flour for almond or coconut flour. Add nuts or extra chocolate chips for added texture and flavor variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for a week.