black bean

brownies recipe

INGREDIENTS

– ¼ cup pitted dates about 6-8 date – ½ cup water – 1½ cups black beans 1, 15 ounce can – ¾ cup oats quick, or food processed whole oat – 3 tablespoons cocoa powder – ⅓ cup maple syrup – ¼ cup apple sauce unsweetened – 2 tablespoons sugar optional – 2 teaspoons vanilla extract – ½ teaspoons baking powder – ¼ teaspoon salt – ⅔ cup chocolate chip

STEP 1

Simmer water and dates in saucepan for 5-7 mins.

STEP 2

Blend oats in food processor until fine.

STEP 3

Add remaining ingredients (except chocolate chips), blend until smooth.

STEP 4

Transfer batter to mixing bowl, mix in chocolate chips.

STEP 5

Pour batter into greased dish.

STEP 6

Bake 18-20 mins until toothpick nearly clean.

Tips for Making  Black Bean Brownies:

Instead of slicing these brownies while warm, which could cause them to fall apart, simply let them sit out and cool for several minutes.