The end result is a very chocolaty and smooth brownie where you don't get any bean texture or taste- they are just awesome! You can only keep your head held high for so long before your neck starts to ache. You saved Black Bean Brownies to your. Will make again! Not to mention they are so much more healthier than traditional brownies!
I’m so glad you’re posting bean-centric recipes and are open-minded to changes that WORK! Would definitely make again, Can’t wait to make these next week when the black cocoa powder is delivered.
Amount is based on available nutrient data. Not the same taste as a high calorie double fudge brownie, but still, an amazing brownie considering the ingredients. Allrecipes is part of the Meredith Food Group. YUM! so rich and an amazing moist but also cake-like texture. My husband liked these, but said he thought they would be better made with pinto beans. I fill my cup up by being alone and these next 20 hours are going to be pure joy. So you’ll see them here from time to time. So you’ll see … Black Bean Brownies … Favorite brownie recipe! I know many people would call them Karen’s, but I’ve met a handful of great Karen’s on instagram so I don’t want to throw them under the bus. Enjoy! literally tasted like box mix, can't get enough of these were so quick and easy to make! I was hoping for a deeper richer chocolate taste and a bit more of a traditional chewy texture. Made these tonight and they were friggin’ delicious! And that means I’m playing around with bean recipes way more now.
Mix on medium-high until … I've had these before and they were excellent however, I would not recommend using special dark cocoa...it makes the recipe unedible. We are brownie conosuiers and my family absolutely LOVED these brownies!! Previous reviewer mimirita hit the issue on the head for me, the grittiness of the cocoa is off-putting. Something crunchy or chewy... with a bite. Black Bean Brownies (Gluten Free) by calouste (96) Black Bean Brownies (Gluten Free) by ejc12 (22) Black Bean Brownies (Sbd) by Pamela (13) Black Bean Brownies.
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Black bean brownies (vegan and gluten-free) that require just 1 bowl and about 30 minutes to prepare! Fuck it! I might make them again, using pinto beans. you’re so freaking sweet, thank you Rachel! I'm so happy with how they turned out and I know my husband and children will love these!!!! I did make a few changes to make it a bit healthier: I used 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce instead of vegetable oil, and Eggbeaters instead of 3 eggs. I experimented a little and found that adding about a teaspoon of baking powder gives a little more cake-like brownie if you prefer that texture. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. So rich and chocolatey!
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Only issue is that I live in Mexico and it’s hard to find canned black beans without salt (which were readily available in the states).
It definitely brought out the chocolate flavor and we couldn't taste the beans at all. Speaking of that, time to pack! Now I must make this recipe for sure. Thoughts on apple sauce instead of oil ? Brownies are amazing, so moist and delicious! I liked these but must admit to not loving them.. yet. My husband likes to do things for himself like golf or go on a camping trip with friends, but that doesn’t interest me in the least. I also use only Ghiradelli sweetened cocoa, and Ghiradelli 60% cocoa dark chocolate chips, as well as walnuts (since I prefer walnuts in my brownies). They were very delicious and there is no apparent black bean flavor at all! Taste is more like a flourless cake, but still great.
I love your writing style, it’s very engaging and entertaining. This compensation helps with expenses to keep this blog up and running! Thoughts on how this might impact the recipe? I added extra coffee and vanilla as I love both, and they turned out great!
Does anyone know if you could use applesauce instead of the eggs? Who would have thought black bean brownies would be so amazing? Bake in the preheated oven until the top is dry and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 30 minutes. Black beans replace the flour in this brownie recipe. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8×8 glass baking dish. However with yours I was compelled to read the entire thing. Nancy just rhymes. I LOVE these brownies! Information is not currently available for this nutrient. These brownies look delicious. A little different texture but very similar to fudgy brownies which we love. Lightly grease an 8x8 square baking dish.
Thanks Juli! I'm trying to limit my sugar intake so I think this was a poor choice for that aspect. I love the texture for a brownie. YUM! I have been following your site for several years now not because I follow a paleo diet but because I like your attitude, great healthy recipes, and all the other awesome content you provide.
It has preformed well in many recipes. Most people won't think twice about serving basic cornbread when is on the table. I thought this was a great recipe for those who are gluten intolerant.
The additional flavors really mask the beans. I’m going to finish a book I’ve been trying to get through for months now, I’m going to pull the black out curtains, and I’m going to try to sleep in past 7am. I usually don’t mess around with unconventional ingredients but I’m looking to try alternatives to my usual faves. just know this isn’t a bean protocol recipe since it contains sugar and fat, it simply is a recipe with beans in it. I’m checking myself into a hotel tonight. My hubby and I are both watching our weight, and since we both love to eat sweets, I was looking for a healthier brownie recipe. Yes, yes, yes – I know beans aren’t paleo.
Add comma separated list of ingredients to exclude from recipe. Combine the black beans, eggs, oil, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, sugar, and instant coffee in a … Sorry, mom, Karen’s need a break. 126 calories; protein 3.3g 7% DV; carbohydrates 18.1g 6% DV; fat 5.3g 8% DV; cholesterol 34.9mg 12% DV; sodium 129.1mg 5% DV. Therefore, I apologize ahead of time. I’ve been sharing recipes on here for almost 10 years, there is no shortage of paleo recipes to choose from!
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). You would never, ever know that there are black beans in the mix.
I only baked them 40 min because I wanted them a little fudgy. i’m honestly not sure, i haven’t tested it that way so i can’t say for sure. But if you’re open to different types of recipes, get ready for good ass time! Next time I want more chocolate flavor. And a really bad dancer. Yes, yes, yes – I know beans aren’t paleo. 1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained. But luckily middle school and high school trained me to take on the Carol’s of the world so I could continue on with my days with my head held high. Taste of Home is America's #1 cooking magazine.
This was the first time I’ve ever heard of black cocoa so I didn’t have that on hand, but I used Dutch cocoa powder and it worked. Required fields are marked *. Brownies can be served by themselves or you can top them off with ice cream, melted chocolate, and/or mini chocolate chips. They are delicious cold ... with a small scoop of ice cream for a special dessert, but mainly just plain as a snack with iced coffee or milk!!!! But switching up your side dishes can bring a refreshing change to a classic comfort food dish. Oil makes it moist so I substituted with applesauce which does the same thing. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. This was surprisingly delicious!
I cut them into 2-bite sized portions and store them in the refrigerator. you can just drain thoroughly rinse the beans and that should get most of the salt out! I don’t have issues with dairy, so I added a bit of organic heavy cream.