FitNHealthy Chewy Black Bean Super Protein Brownies

Jul 19 (edited) • Amazing Recipes!

Ingredients (Makes 9 brownies)

1 (15 oz) can organic black beans, drained and rinsed
2 large organic eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan)
1/4 cup raw cacao powder
1/4 cup organic maple syrup, raw honey, or monk fruit (adjust to sweetness)
1/4 cup coconut oil or melted ghee
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp organic vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
1/3 cup organic chocolate or vanilla protein powder (plant-based or grass-fed whey)
2–3 tbsp filtered water or unsweetened almond milk (only if needed to blend)

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Instructions -

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8" baking dish with parchment or butchers paper.
Add black beans, eggs, cacao powder, sweetener, oil, vanilla, salt, and baking powder to a food processor or blender. Blend until completely smooth.
Add protein powder and blend again. If the batter is too thick, add a splash of almond or coconut milk.
Fold in chocolate chips or nuts, if using.
Pour into the baking dish and smooth the top.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Cool completely before slicing — they firm up as they sit.

Storage -