Description
Satisfy your chocolate cravings guilt-free with these fudgy protein brownies, loaded with wholesome ingredients that are both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- 1. Preheat Your Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- 2. Blend the Beans
- In a food processor, combine the rinsed black beans, nut butter, and cocoa powder. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 3. Sweeten the Mixture
- Add honey or maple syrup, eggs, and baking powder to the bean mixture. Pulse until well combined and creamy.
- 4. Pour into Pan
- Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- 5. Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or slightly gooey for fudgier brownies.
- 6. Cool & Serve
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. Enjoy warm or chilled!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg