Oh-So-Fudgey Brownies

Oh-So-Fudgey Brownies

Who would have ever dreamed it would be possible to indulge in a brownie that is actually good for you? Black beans are the secret ingredient that creates the “Fudge Factor” with a healthy dose of fiber to boot! Not to mention, this incredible brownie is flourless too!

Yield: 9-12 brownies
Author: Linda Shapiro, © Meal Planning Maven

Ingredients

  • Butter for greasing pan or olive oil spray
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/3 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 cup coconut palm sugar see MPM Mini-Bites
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Dash salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 15 ounce can no salt added black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2/3 cup chocolate chips or 1/2 cup raw cacao nibs I used Ghirardelli's Bittersweet Baking Chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat an 8 or 9-inch baking pan with butter. (or use olive oil spray)
  • Place all ingredients (except chocolate chips) in food processor or blender and process until very smooth. Stir in chocolate chips or cacao nibs.
  • Pour mixture into pan.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center of pan comes out almost clean. Let cool.
  • Cover; chill brownies for about 4 hours. Cut brownies into desired sized pieces. (Brownies are easier to cut when cold.)

Notes

Make Ahead and Storage Tips: store brownies covered, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Consider wrapping and freezing brownies individually for a readily available portion-controlled treat!
Coconut Palm Sugar: I have been searching for a healthier sweetening alternative for use in desserts and have been experimenting with coconut palm sugar. Brands to look for are Coconut Secret and Wholesome Sweeteners.
Reportedly lower glycemic and possibly suitable for some diabetics, coconut palm sugar has a similar look, taste and texture of brown sugar, albeit to some, less sweet. Coconut palm sugar can replace cane or brown sugar in equal amounts in recipes. Do your own research about this unprocessed sweetener to decide if it’s an acceptable choice for you. Naturally, if you have a medical concern, check first with your health care practitioner.
If you prefer not to use coconut palm sugar, you can use an equal amount of cane sugar or brown sugar.
Another flourless chocolate dessert you may like is Dark Chocolate Oblivion Torte.

 

6 Responses

  1. These really do look delicious!!! Moist and fudgey is right!
  2. Lots of love on these babies - they look luscious!
  3. These look wonderful Linda and perfect for Valentine's Day.
  4. Norma
    They look delicious! Do you have the nutritional value of your recipe?
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Hi Norma! At the current time, I don't offer nutritionals, so you may want to try plugging in the ingredients to one of the programs available online. I'm so happy you like my recipe and hope you are able to try them someday!
  5. Looks delicious, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop, pinning and tweeting