Description
Indulgent chocolate black bean brownie bites offer a delightful twist on classic desserts, blending protein-packed beans with rich cocoa. Guilt-free and irresistibly fudgy, you’ll savor each decadent morsel of this healthier sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz/425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup (25 g) cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (40 g) chocolate chips (regular or sugar-free)
Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar or preferred sweetener (e.g., coconut sugar, erythritol for keto)
Additional Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Chocolate chips (extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare a mini muffin tin by greasing or lining with paper liners for effortless removal.
- Combine black beans, cocoa powder, honey, coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform batter, periodically scraping down the sides to ensure thorough integration.
- Gently incorporate chocolate chips into the batter, distributing them evenly for bursts of intense chocolate flavor. Optionally, sprinkle additional chips on top for a visually appealing finish.
- Carefully distribute the batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Transfer the tin to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge with minimal moist crumbs, indicating perfect moisture levels.
- Allow the brownie bites to rest in the tin for a few minutes, enabling them to set slightly. Afterward, transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling, which helps maintain their delicate texture and prevents continued cooking.
Notes
- Swap black beans for other legumes like white beans or chickpeas to create unique flavor variations and texture.
- For gluten-free diets, ensure cocoa powder and chocolate chips are certified gluten-free.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to intensify the chocolate flavor without changing the overall taste profile.
- Keep brownie bites moist by storing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg