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Black Bean Brownies (Gluten Free, Vegan)

These healthy black bean brownies are easy, high protein, gluten free, vegan. In a parchment lined baking dish are evenly cut squares of chewy, fudgey, rich dark chocolate colored brownies. Thick chocolate chunks are both inside and on top creating more crunch and texture. Three are sliced and held to show the inside texture being dense but soft and chewy. Melted chocolate chunks are inside adding to the rich flavor. Thick flakes of sea salt are on top for taste!

These Black Bean Brownies are high protein, can be made gluten free and vegan depending on certain ingredients used, and are low in sugar making these the perfect dessert or sweet snack! They’re fudgy, sweet, chewy, and you’ll never know the main ingredient is black beans.

I really didn’t think I would hop on the trend of black bean brownies but once I tried my Chickpea Blondies, and became OBSESSED, I knew I had to give these a shot too. I can honestly say now that I’m a fan of bean based treats!

If you’re a chocolate lover like me, you’ll love these dense, fudgy brownies. They’re the perfect chewy texture and so rich that one square is enough to satisfy any craving! You can make these plain but I love adding chocolate chips to mine for extra crunch. Plus the extra chocolate doesn’t hurt! I’ve either been using a ton of these mini chocolate chips or these mega chunks from Enjoy Life in mine.

These are great for meal prep, to keep as a treat ready to go in your freezer, or to bring to a cookout!

Why You’ll Love These

  • Good-for-you ingredients – Each ingredient used is simple, whole, and nutrient-dense. With black beans being the main ingredient, these brownies are packed with fiber and protein, high fiber carbs from the oats, and fat from the almond butter and milk. They’re a balanced treat!
  • High protein – A great way to sneak in some extra protein into your day thanks to the black beans!
  • Easy – All you need are a few ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, a blender, and a baking dish!
  • Dietary friendly – These can be made gluten free and vegan easily! Just use gluten free oats like One Degree and vegan chocolate like these Enjoy Life Chunks.

These healthy black bean brownies are easy, high protein, gluten free, vegan. In a parchment lined baking dish are evenly cut squares of chewy, fudgey, rich dark chocolate colored brownies. Thick chocolate chunks are both inside and on top creating more crunch and texture. Three are sliced and held to show the inside texture being dense but soft and chewy. Melted chocolate chunks are inside adding to the rich flavor. Thick flakes of sea salt are on top for taste!

What You’ll Need

These healthy black bean brownies are easy, high protein, gluten free, vegan. In a parchment lined baking dish are evenly cut squares of chewy, fudgey, rich dark chocolate colored brownies. Thick chocolate chunks are both inside and on top creating more crunch and texture. Three are sliced and held to show the inside texture being dense but soft and chewy. Melted chocolate chunks are inside adding to the rich flavor. Thick flakes of sea salt are on top for taste!

How To Make

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F and line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper for easy clean up or lightly spray with oil.
  2. Add all of your ingredients except chocolate chips to a high-speed blender. Blend until fully combined and you have a thick batter. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  3. Transfer the batter to the baking pan and spread evenly throughout the dish. Top with more chocolate chips and bake for about eighteen minutes until slightly firm.
  4. Let them cool completely before slicing and enjoy!

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These healthy black bean brownies are easy, high protein, gluten free, vegan. In a parchment lined baking dish are evenly cut squares of chewy, fudgey, rich dark chocolate colored brownies. Thick chocolate chunks are both inside and on top creating more crunch and texture. Three are sliced and held to show the inside texture being dense but soft and chewy. Melted chocolate chunks are inside adding to the rich flavor. Thick flakes of sea salt are on top for taste!

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These healthy black bean brownies are easy, high protein, gluten free, vegan. In a parchment lined baking dish are evenly cut squares of chewy, fudgey, rich dark chocolate colored brownies. Thick chocolate chunks are both inside and on top creating more crunch and texture. Three are sliced and held to show the inside texture being dense but soft and chewy. Melted chocolate chunks are inside adding to the rich flavor. Thick flakes of sea salt are on top for taste!
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Black Bean Brownies (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Course: Dessert, Snack
Keyword: chocolate, clean eating, dairy free, gluten free, healthy dessert, high protein, low sugar, plant based, protein brownies, protein dessert, refined sugar free, vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans (drained + rinsed really well)
  • 1/2 cup oats (can be gluten free)
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp almond butter (or any runny nut/seed butter)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar (or regular sugar)
  • 2 tbsp almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • chocolate chips (to mix in + for topping)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper or lightly spray.
  • Add all ingredients except chocolate chips to a blender or food processor and blend until fully combined and a thick batter forms. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Transfer batter to the baking dish and spread evenly. Top with more chocolate chips.
  • Bake for about 18 minutes.
  • Let cool completely, slice, and enjoy!

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