Black Bean Chocolate Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with this rich and decadent Black Bean Chocolate Cake—a gluten-free delight that's as wholesome as it is delicious! Made with protein-packed black beans as its secret ingredient, this fudgy chocolate cake is a creative twist on classic desserts, offering a naturally moist texture without the need for flour. A perfect balance of unsweetened cocoa, a touch of vanilla, and a sprinkle of optional chocolate chips creates a luscious, chocolaty flavor while keeping things light. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make dessert is ideal for both special occasions and everyday treats. Serve it up with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries for an irresistible gluten-free chocolate cake that will leave everyone guessing its healthy secret!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 425 grams Black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 5 large Eggs
- 90 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 50 grams Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
Place the rinsed and drained black beans in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar to the food processor. Blend again until fully combined and smooth.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Pour the black bean mixture from the blender into the dry ingredients. Mix well until you have a smooth batter, making sure there are no lumps.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
If using, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top of the cake batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, slice and serve. Enjoy your decadent Black Bean Chocolate Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.8 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.7 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1126 mg | 376% | |
| Sodium | 2222 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.9 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 70.4 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2272 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
