Low Gi Brownies with Black Beans
Indulge guilt-free with these irresistibly rich and fudgy Low GI Brownies with Black Beans, a unique twist on the classic treat designed for health-conscious dessert lovers! Packed with wholesome ingredients like fiber-rich black beans, protein-packed rolled oats, and antioxidant-loaded dark chocolate chips, these brownies are not only gluten-free but also boast a low glycemic index, making them a smart choice for managing blood sugar levels. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and accented with pure vanilla extract, they are decadently chocolaty yet surprisingly nutritious. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to gooey perfection, these brownies are perfect for a wholesome snack or a post-dinner treat. Serve them chilled or warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a satisfying, healthy indulgence that doesn’t sacrifice flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 50 grams Rolled oats
- 30 grams Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 60 grams Dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)
- 80 milliliters Maple syrup
- 30 milliliters Coconut oil (melted)
- 2 large Eggs
- 5 milliliters Vanilla extract
- 5 grams Baking powder
- 1 gram Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
Add the black beans, rolled oats, cocoa powder, maple syrup, coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to a blender or food processor.
Blend the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Fold in half of the dark chocolate chips, reserving the other half for topping.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the top of the batter.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a few crumbs are fine, but it shouldn’t be wet).
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice the cooled brownies into 12 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 155 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 182 mg | 4% | |
*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.
