Black Bean Brownies

ABeautifulDistraction

1 - 15.5ounce can of black beans, not drained
1 - 19.8ounce box of sugar free brownie mix.

Spray a 13x9 inch brownie pan. Pour black beans and their juice into a food processor and puree until smooth. You can also use a blender or just mash them really good with a hand masher. Put the brownie mix in a medium sized bowl, and then pour the bean mixture into the dry mix. Do not add anything else. Mix until blended, about 50 strokes. Place mixture into pan. Bake according to package instructions. Cut into 24 pieces.

Per brownie: 63 calories
15 carbs
1 gram fat

For variety you can add 1 TBS instant coffee and a tsp cinnamon. Excellent!

yellsub78

These brownies are good and fudgy. I don't recommend them for anyone who likes cakey brownies.

I make these often for my husband and son. They love them! I hope they never learn my secret or they'll stop eating them.

jackiebo

Do you know the # of calories/serving?

ranewell

YUM I need to try this!!!

juicygurl1

this reciepe sounds healthy and delicous

ABeautifulDistraction

If you use Pillsbury Sugar-Free brownie mix:

1 brownie: 63 cal
15 carbs
1 gram fat

MissingMyOldSelf

Does using the "juice" from the canned beans make it creamier? I've seen recipes where they tell you to drain the beans, and replace the juice with water. I didn't know if there was a major flavor change or not.....?

CharlieBarleyMom

There is no flavor change... just very fudgey brownies. No one will ever be able to tell that there are black beans in those treats! And don't tell them because they won't try them... ! Yum!

ABeautifulDistraction

I can't answer that, I make them as instructed and they taste good.

hefinator

sounds yummy!

GreenLifeGirl

Wow, never heard of this! Will have to try it.

firedragon064

brownies that have high fiber and protein!

deninevi

And here is Black Bean Brownies -home made, with out the mix.
Ingredients

1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 eggs
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon instant coffee (optional)
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips (optional)
Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x8 square baking dish.
Combine the black beans, eggs, oil, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, sugar, and instant coffee in a blender; blend until smooth; pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top of the mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is dry and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 30 minutes.
Nutritional Information

Amount Per Serving Calories: 126 | Total Fat: 5.3g | Cholesterol: 40mg Makes 16 servings

ABeautifulDistraction

Do you need the eggs and oil with the beans? Also, you can use a sugar substitute like splenda or stevia.

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cclark1203

I saw a recipe that says to add egg whites also. I make them with just the beans and they are terrific. I sprinkled a teeny tiny bit of powdered sugar on them before I serve them. The powdered sugar will melt so only add it right before you serve.

losing4baby

I have heard of this before but never tried... now I'm feeling inspired!

LynnieSkinny

I'll have to give these a try Love me some brownies!!!

smlamb33

Ok, I'm going to try this and see if my kids notice! LOL!

bexominglex

Why, I want to try this. Sounds good. I have never made brownies.

courtgosvener

Yum! Cant wait to try them!

_SpeshK_

Ahhh I am doing these this week!!!!

mschickiepoo

And here is Black Bean Brownies -home made, with out the mix.
Ingredients

1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 eggs
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon instant coffee (optional)
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips (optional)
Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x8 square baking dish.
Combine the black beans, eggs, oil, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, sugar, and instant coffee in a blender; blend until smooth; pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top of the mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is dry and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 30 minutes.
Nutritional Information

Amount Per Serving Calories: 126 | Total Fat: 5.3g | Cholesterol: 40mg Makes 16 servings

This is an awesome recipe. My kids even like it!

101hellokittys

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fldiver97

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fitcakequeen

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FoodPwnr

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KellyLynn91

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Imanido

I have always heard of using beans in chocolate cakes and sweet treats as a way to get some of the healthy stuff into the kids meals, but never tried it. Definitely I have to give it a go. I prefer the home made version though. You never know for sure what has been mixed in pre-made stuff.

Crystalchaos72

Gotta try this

WeekndOVOXO

Do want.