How to Make Brownies Using Black Beans!

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate has less sugar and more antioxidants.

nut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Peanut butter is often less expensive and adds protein.

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: unsweetened cocoa

Carob powder is caffeine-free and has a unique flavor.

Strain and rinse 15 ounces of black beans very well.

Add the black beans to a mixing bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the bowl.

Add 1/2 cup of quick oats to the bowl.

Pour in 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup.

Add 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of chili powder to the mixture.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.

Pour in 1/4 cup of melted refined coconut oil.

Mix all the ingredients well together until combined.

Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter.

Spray a baking pan with coconut oil.

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

Sprinkle larger chocolate chips on top for decoration.

Place the brownies in the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes.

Let the brownies cool for 10 minutes after baking.

Cover the brownies and place them in the refrigerator to set overnight.

Taste the brownies the next day to check the consistency and flavor.

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