Kidney Bean Brownies
Discover the ultimate guilt-free indulgence with these irresistibly fudgy Kidney Bean Brownies! Made with wholesome ingredients like protein-packed kidney beans, rich unsweetened cocoa powder, and naturally sweet pure maple syrup, this gluten-free and dairy-free dessert is as nutritious as it is decadent. The smooth, velvety batter is enhanced by a touch of vanilla and studded with dark chocolate chips for a luxurious bite in every slice. Optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, making these brownies a perfect combination of flavors and textures. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for anyone looking to satisfy their chocolate cravings while embracing a healthier lifestyle. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack or a guilt-free dessert, these kidney bean brownies are proof that clean eating can be utterly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the kidney beans, eggs, melted coconut oil, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt.
Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and velvety, scraping down the sides as needed.
Transfer the batter into a mixing bowl, and fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, if using.
Pour the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Enjoy your kidney bean brownies as a guilt-free treat, and store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.7 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.2 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1682 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.8 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.4 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.9 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 29.0 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 3347 mg | 71% | |
*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.
