And in case you’re worried, you will not be able to taste even a hint of black beans in these super delicious, protein-packed brownies.
The nutrients in black beans can help:
- improve the function of your heart. Black beans are high in fiber and therefore reduce inflammation and help balance cholesterol levels.
- provide a great source of protein, magnesium, iron, folate, phosphorus, and B vitamins.
- protect against cancer, through their high level of antioxidants.
- control appetite and improve digestion, with their high levels of dietary fiber.
- provide energy without spiking blood sugar levels.
If you use canned black beans, be aware that many brands use the chemical BPA in the lining of their cans. BPA is a very dangerous chemical with a long list of frightening side effects (such as cancer, hyperactivity, infertility, and diabetes). Here in Riyadh I found these organic BPA-free black beans at Carrefour…
Black Bean Brownies (Gluten Free)
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 12servings | 10minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 25minutes |
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Ingredients
- 1can (425 g/15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsedor 1 3/4 cups cooked black beans
- 2 eggs
- 1/4cup butter or coconut oil
- 1/4cup cocoa powder
- 1/2teaspoon sea salt
- 1teaspoon baking powder
- 1teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2cup honey
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth.
- Line a muffin tray with paper cups and fill almost to the top. (We used mini-muffin cups). Or put the mixture in a buttered square baking dish.
- Bake at 350 F (175 C) until the tops are dry. It should take about 20 minutes for mini-muffins, 25 minutes for regular sized muffins, or 30 minutes for the square baking dish.
- Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
*I use these chocolate chips, because they contain only natural ingredients. You could also break up a chocolate bar into small pieces.
can I use red beans instead ?
I haven’t tried it, but I think it would work fine. Let me know if you give it a try!
I have a quick question. If I use dried black beans instead of can one, then how long should I soak them before cooking?
Soak black beans for a minimum of 12 hours. Add to the soaking water 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar for every 1 cup of beans. Drain and rinse well before cooking. Hope that helps!
Which brand of cocao powder did u use?
I like this one…https://www.iherb.com/pr/Navitas-Organics/8254?rcode=JNL034
Wow! Was not convinced that these would taste good but no bean taste in them at all. mashaAllah they are really nice and so healthy too!
I found organic black beans tin in Tamimi too
I’m so glad you enjoyed them Uzma! Thanks for the comment ❤️