Black Bean Donuts
Indulge in the perfect bite of rich, chocolatey goodness with these surprising yet delightful Black Bean Donuts! Packed with protein and fiber from hearty black beans and gluten-free rolled oats, these baked treats deliver a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Infused with cocoa powder for an intense chocolate flavor, lightly sweetened with coconut sugar, and studded with dark chocolate chips, they’re decadence reimagined. Whipped up in just 15 minutes using a food processor, these easy, gluten-free, protein-rich donuts are perfect for a post-workout snack or an indulgent breakfast treat. Customize with a drizzle of melted chocolate or a dusting of powdered sugar for a finishing touch, and enjoy freshly baked donuts within 12 minutes of oven time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 0.75 cup Rolled oats (gluten-free if necessary)
- 0.25 cup Cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Coconut sugar (or regular sugar)
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil (melted)
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray or coconut oil.
In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the black beans, rolled oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, coconut sugar, egg, vanilla extract, almond milk, and melted coconut oil. Blend until smooth and fully combined.
Pause the blender and scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips with a spatula, evenly distributing them throughout the batter.
Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 of the way full. Use a spoon or spatula to smooth the tops if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optionally, drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your protein-packed Black Bean Donuts fresh, or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.3 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 1187 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.8 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1242 mg | 26% | |
*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.
