“No Way These Are Beans!” The Black Bean Brownies That Are Breaking The Internet

Ready to discover the black bean brownies that are revolutionizing healthy baking? These incredible black bean brownies aren’t just another trendy dessert – they’re a game-changing revelation that proves healthy eating can be sinfully delicious. When you tell people these fudgy, chocolatey squares are made with black beans, they’ll think you’re joking. But these black bean brownies are no joke – they’re a protein-packed, fiber-rich dessert that tastes like pure indulgence.
The secret to these miraculous black bean brownies lies in the science of baking. When black beans are perfectly blended, their creamy texture creates a brownie base that’s even more fudgy than traditional flour-based recipes. Plus, the neutral flavor of black beans lets the rich chocolate take center stage, while adding an impressive nutritional boost that regular brownies can only dream of.

"No Way These Are Beans!" Black Bean Brownies
Equipment
- 9x9 pan
- Food processor
Ingredients
Core Ingredients
- 2 cans 15 oz each black beans, drained and rinsed thoroughly
- 3 large eggs or ¾ cup applesauce for vegan version
- ⅓ cup coconut oil or avocado oil
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ cup regular sugar or monk fruit sweetener
- ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
- 1¼ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chips divided
Optional Flavor Boosters
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- ½ teaspoon mint extract replace vanilla
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
The Magic Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Drain and rinse your black beans extremely well – this is crucial for texture and taste!
- In a food processor, combine all ingredients except chocolate chips.
- Blend until impossibly smooth – seriously, keep going until you can't see a single bean speck.
- Fold in ½ cup chocolate chips by hand.
- Pour into your prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chips on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Pro Tips for Perfect Bean Brownies
- Rinse those beans like your brownies depend on it (because they do!)
- Room temperature eggs will blend better with other ingredients
- Don't overbake – these are meant to be fudgy
- Let cool completely before cutting for clean squares
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days
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