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    Healthy Little Cravings » Recipes » desserts » Black Beans Brownies Vegan & Gluten Free & Flourless

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    Black Beans Brownies Vegan & Gluten Free & Flourless

    There's somethings so special about developing a recipe that is both freaking delicious and healthy. It's like winning the lottery.
    If you know me in real life (oh, well, also if you know me via Instagram) you know BAKING is my passion. I have a huge love for traditional recipes (made with butter, sugar etc), but I also like changing ingredients, experimenting with new flavors and trying trendy recipes. And these are definitely trendy right now.
    Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce my black beans brownies vegan and gluten free, the most decadent & healthy brownies EVAH!

    Jump to recipe
    Healthy brownies with black beans and chocolate.
    Top these brownies with chocolate and hazelnuts!

    Healthy brownies with black beans...and no flour?

    Exactly, my friend. These bad boys do not contain flour at all and that means they're gluten free.
    But there's more...

    They're not just vegan (I also tested the non-vegan version though) and gluten free, they contain a "secret" ingredient: black beans!
    Whenever I mention it, everyone face's like the emoji '😱'. "How can black beans make such a delicious dessert?" they ask.
    Well, easy-peasy: the legumes here just give the perfect fudgy and moist consistency.
    Oh and let's talk about their flavor. I have two words to describe it: RICH & DEEP. They're seriously amazing, chocolatey and ...nope you can't taste the beans.
    Now, they're not extremely sweet because of the amount of unsweetened cocoa powder (but I like bitter and so do some of my friends), therefore make sure to drizzle some 75% (or less) dark chocolate on top to add extra sweetness (or add a few extra grams of maple/agave syrup or brown sugar). Another option? Put some chocolate chunks in the batter (after blending)!

    My healthy brownies with black beans served with chocolate on top
    Cut it in 12 pieces

    Family and friends approved!

    Maybe you're wondering if family and friends, knowing these were made with black beans, a weird ingredient for a dessert, approved. Yup, they did!
    I must admit I'm always extremely happy when I make a recipe that please everyone's palate.
    When I told them I used black beans (of course I made sure no one was allergic to legumes), they opened their eyes wide. lol always so fun to see their reactions.

    Vegan black bean brownies food photography
    And you're done!

    How to make black beans brownies vegan and gluten free

    There's nothing easier than making this dessert. Can you believe you'll only need ...a food processor? That's it, ridiculously simple.
    There's basically just one step toward the best black bean fudgy brownie:

    1. Add all the ingredients to a food processor - in order: black beans, coffee (optional), cocoa powder, agave or maple syrup, a pinch of salt, coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking powder and the egg substitute (or eggs if not vegan) - and blend;
    2. Bake at 175°C
    3. Share with friends and family, tell 'em the secret ingredient and ENJOY!
    The texture of these black bean protein brownies
    Look at the texture!

    WHAT I RECOMMEND USING:

    To make these delicious brownies I've used my favorite food processor (the above): CLICK. To be precise, I've used the bigger beaker.
    You know I always recommend this!


    If you make this recipe, please be sure to give it a rating and leave a comment! It would make me so happy!

    Don’t forget to share your photos with me on Instagram: tag me or send a DM!


    My healthy brownies with black beans served with chocolate on top

    Vegan black bean brownies

    Delicious, healthy, gluten free vegan black beans brownies. Ready to fall in love?
    You'll only need a food processor!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 12 brownies

    Ingredients

    • 240 gr Cooked black beans - (drained)
    • 3 tablespoons Espresso coffee - optional
    • 60 gr Unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 50 gr Agave syrup (or maple) or brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • 30 gr Melted coconut oil (or another light oil)
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
    • 3 tablespoons Ground flaxseeds
    • 6 tablespoons Water
    To decorate:
    • about 30 gr Dark chocolate - to drizzle on top
    • Hazelnuts, pistachios or other nuts
    If you're not vegan use 3 whole eggs instead of water + flaxseeds

      Instructions

      • Preheat the oven at 175°C (350°F)
      • Make the egg substitute by combining flaxseeds and water, let it chill for 5 to 10 minutes.
      • In a blender, gradually add all the ingredients - except the egg substitute and baking powder: black beans, coffee, cocoa powder, agave or maple syrup, a pinch of salt, coconut oil and vanilla extract, and mix for a few seconds.
      • Add baking powder and the egg substitute (or eggs if not vegan) and blend again.
      • Grease a 20cm x 20 square cake tin (or a rectangular one) and pour the batter.
      • Bake for 20/25 minutes or until cooked perfectly (test with a toothpick)
      • Let it cool and drizzle some melted chocolate on top. Decorate with chopped hazelnuts or nuts of your choice.

      Nutrition

      Nutrition Facts
      Vegan black bean brownies
      Amount Per Serving
      Calories 1450
      * Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
      Tried this recipe?Mention @roberta.dallalba on Instagram or DM me!
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      1. Sofia says

        March 12, 2021 at 7:20 pm

        Amazing recipe, will certainly make these brownies soon! For how long do they keep? And can I freeze them?

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        • Roberta says

          March 14, 2021 at 7:52 pm

          Hey Sofia! They don't last long cause they're good eheh
          Yes I think you can try to freeze them but I have never tried

          Reply
      2. Marit says

        January 10, 2020 at 8:39 pm

        5 stars
        These brownies are amazing. Thank you for sharing the recipe ❤️

        Reply
      3. Sarah | Well and Full says

        May 03, 2019 at 2:16 pm

        These brownies look absolutely incredible!! I love those hazelnuts on top 🙂

        Reply
        • healthyLC says

          May 07, 2019 at 11:27 am

          they were delicious thanks for stopping by Sarah :*

          Reply
      4. Natalie says

        May 03, 2019 at 12:16 pm

        5 stars
        I love the use of beans in these brownies! I bet it makes them super moist and fudgy. Can't wait to try this recipe!

        Reply
        • healthyLC says

          May 07, 2019 at 11:27 am

          yes they're moist let me know if you try them!

          Reply
      5. KareninStLouis says

        April 14, 2019 at 3:26 am

        Oops! I don’t think you meant to include the word “brownies” in the first ingredient. Recipe looks yummy and easy! Thank you.

        Reply
        • healthyLC says

          April 15, 2019 at 4:20 pm

          oops typo! Thanks!

          Reply

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