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Fudgy Vegan Black Bean Brownies (Gluten-Free Option)

A close-up of a rich, fudgy slice of black bean brownies studded with melted chocolate chips on a white plate.
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Bake rich, fudgy black bean brownies that taste decadent but are secretly healthy. This easy recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegan, offering high fiber and protein content.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained well
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or neutral oil
  • 1/4 cup plant-based milk (like almond or soy)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free oat flour (or regular all-purpose flour if not strictly gluten-free)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. Place the rinsed black beans, cocoa powder, maple syrup, melted oil, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt into a food processor.
  3. Process the mixture until it is completely smooth. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed. You must eliminate all bean chunks for the best texture.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Fold in the 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  7. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang and cutting them into squares. Cooling helps them set into a fudgy texture.

Notes

  • For the best fudgy texture, do not overbake. The center will firm up as the brownies cool.
  • If you do not have a food processor, you can use a high-powered blender, but you may need to add a tablespoon more liquid.
  • This recipe is naturally egg-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for vegan diets.
  • To make this recipe low calorie, reduce the maple syrup to 1/3 cup and use unsweetened applesauce instead of the oil.

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