My guess is, when you think of brownies, the last word that comes to your mind is… black bean. WELL, not anymore! The beans in this recipe add a significant amount of fiber, iron, manganese, and antioxidants! That’s right, you can thank me now! Brownies for antioxidants! The soluble fiber that this recipe contains, may even contribute towards lowering cholesterol. AND, did you know that although the majority of us know the benefits of increasing legume consumption, only 8% of Americans eat them daily? That’s probably before America knew about bean brownies! The benefits of legume consumption range from management of blood sugar and hyperlipidemia to hypertension and weight management! So, let the party begin! Who said dessert had to be bathed in guilt?
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz.) organic black beans, rinsed
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder, unsweetened
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (or less, depending on personal preference)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Directions: