I have made many flourless cakes and brownies before, they are always rich and moist. I came across this recipe while browsing the Whole Foods Market website. When I saw the “secret” ingredient I thought, “I have to make these”.
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed
3 large eggs
1/3 cup melted butter, more for the baking dish
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cane sugar
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Butter an 8-inch baking pan. Place the black beans, eggs, melted butter, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla, and sugar in the bowl of a food processor and blend until smooth. Remove the blade and carefully stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan. Bake the brownies for 30 to 35 minutes, or until just set in the center. Cool before cutting into squares.
I have to admit they are not as chocolaty as I like, so next time I make them I will either try more cocoa powder, or more dark chocolate. But they were good, and you would never in a million years guess they had beans in them.
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