Black Bean Brownies with Pecans
Black Bean Brownies are ultra fudgy, full of chopped pecans, and secretly grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, full of fiber, and super addicting.
Ingredients
- 15 oz. canned black beans rinsed and dried thoroughly
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1 Tbsp. coffee prepared
- 3 Tbsp. coconut oil melted
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- ¾ cup cocoa powder regular
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- 2 Tbsp. tapioca starch or corn starch
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- ½ tsp. salt
- 1 cup pecans coarsely chopped
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Rinse and dry canned black beans thoroughly in a mesh strainer or colander. If any excess moisture is left they will not bake properly.
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Add black beans, maple syrup, eggs, prepared coffee, oil, and vanilla to the bowl of a food processor. Process for 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides every 30 seconds, or until mixture is completely smooth and no black bean lumps remain.
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In a separate bowl whisk together the cocoa powder, coconut sugar, tapioca starch, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to the food processor and process for 15-30 seconds or until completely incorporated.
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Mix in nuts by hand until just combined. Line an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Pour batter into pan and spread with a knife or spoon.
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Bake for 28-32 minutes, depending on desired level of fudginess and size of pan. (Center should no longer jiggle and toothpick should come out with a few pieces of brownie on it.)
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Let cool to room temperature before cutting. Enjoy!