Black Bean Brownies

I literally stumble upon this recipe. I was quite intrigued by the use of black beans and no flour to make brownies. If you have a blender or a food processor then making these delicious low fat brownies will be a breeze.  

Black Bean Brownies

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15 1/2 oz can of black beans, rinsed and drained

2 eggs

1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce

1/2 cup granulated sugar

5 tablespoons cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

Semi-sweet chocolate chips and or nuts for the topping is optional

Pre heat oven to 350ºF.

Add all of the ingredients into the blender or food processor; mix until all ingredients are well blended and smooth. There should be not be any whole black beans in the batter. 

Spray an 8x8" baking pan with a non-stick cooking spray or you you could butter and flour the pan like I did. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Top with chocolate chips or nuts if desired.

Bake for 25 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean after inserting it in the centre. Cool for 30 minutes before cutting and serving, otherwise they will fall apart.

Notes: My only issue with these brownies came when I was slicing them. I did let them sit for the required 30 minutes and as I was cutting the knife kept pulling on the brownie which made for a less attractive brownie slice however by the time a slice was devoured that was all forgotten. Other than that these were fantastic and very delicious! - JW