Low Calorie Brownies
Indulge in these rich, moist, and chocolatey low calorie brownies made with black beans for a guilt-free treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a blender or food processor, combine black beans, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, applesauce, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Stir in dark chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool before cutting into squares and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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