I love how Jasmine at The Richmond Avenue can take something that usually holds very little nutritional value and turn it into health food. (That’s what I call it, with complete justification.) In this case incorporating the black beans added protein and fiber. I can honestly say the brownies were moist and tasted like chocolate. So much so that my chocolate lover approved of them, and I felt guilt-free saying he could have them for an after school snack.
As organic as possible (from me as usual)
1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 large eggs
1/2 tsp instant coffee
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup raw sugar
1/4 tsp sea salt
1 tbsp honey
1/4 cup coconut or olive oil
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional toppings: Chocolate Chips, Walnuts
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine all ingredients (except for toppings and chocolate chips) in a food processor and blend until smooth. Mix in chocolate chips. Pour batter into greased baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
*Jasmine left this “1/4” chocolate chips up to personal interpretation and some might have opted for a 1/4 cup, but I knew it meant a 1/4 of the bag 😉
*As you can see I used walnuts on half, for the non-nut loving members of my family
Easy peasy and delicious! I too am loving this recipe and the photo is gorgeous Sadie! Love it!
Thanks Roberta ?
Wow, I will have to try these! Sounds interesting?…and I will take any challenge if brownies are involved!
Exactly!
Beautiful Sadie, I’ve made the black bean brownies many a time, but the next time will add that topping. It definitely is the crowning of that beautiful, healthy bite. Isn’t it amazing how wonderful it tastes and if you didn’t know it, nobody would even guess that there were black beans in the mix 🙂
It’s true! ? Thanks Loretta.
Really beautiful Sadie. The photo and the brownies look delicious.
Thank you ?, my kind of health food!
great recipe, sound very interesting !
Thank you Anita! I thought so too ☺️
I have to try this! My 7 year old loves chocolate and I am always looking for recipes like this. She actually loves black beans too, so I can probably tell her what’s in them 😉 Thanks for sharing Sadie!
You’re welcome! My nine year old loves them (even knowing about the beans), he couldn’t taste them- only the chocolate!
I have to try these!
I saw these on Jasmine’s site too and was wondering if I should give them a go – you’ve convinced me! They look absolutely delicious (both here and at The Richmond Ave) – I’m heading to the supermarket today!! 🙂 🙂
Thanks Linda! My sister had a great idea too, because the texture is a little crumbly, she thought to add a little peanut butter! ?
Even better!! PB & chocolate – a wow mix! 🙂
Yum, a healthy brownie 🙂
A win/win! 😉
This recipe is “interesting”, but definitely worth trying!
Lol, it’s not grandma’s recipe!
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Sadie, seeing this absolutely made me day. I’m so glad you liked them! 🙂 Yours looks beautiful and I love the idea of adding PB!
Thanks Jasmine! I love that idea too! I’m going to try it next time!!!
These look moist and decadent! Jasmine is fantastic!
They are! And yes she is! lol, Thanks Lynn!
they really look delicious! so glad you told us about them and how good they are
Wow! I’ll bet this is just fabulous!! ?
? thank you Natascha!
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Very interesting sadie, I’ve never seen black bean being made into a brownie. Very unique!
Thanks Mea 🙂 It’s a pretty good combination!
Oh wow, who knew brownies could be made from black beans! Ya’ learn something new every day! They look fabulous, too Sadie! xoxo
Lol, thanks KR 🙂
Interesting! Have to try this!
? thank you!
looks awesome Sadie! Have heard so much about these brownies, somehow was hesitant to try them, I think I will give them a go 🙂
They’re good Freda! I think next time I’m going to add some peanut butter too 🙂
Oooh … these look wonderful!! Definitely want to try them!! 😉
They remind me of you, with the honey and healthy oil! 😉
Sound so delish!! 😀
I’ve tried these they are yummy!!
That’s great! We really enjoyed them too! ?