No Flour Black Bean Brownies

These are healthy brownies that DO NOT taste healthy, and I can say that with assurance, as they’ve been tested on three different groups of people used to “normal” desserts.

No-Flour Black Bean Brownies (gluten-free)

• 1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well) (250g after draining) 
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder- dutch or regular (10g) (add a little extra if desired) 
• 1/2 cup quick oats (40g) (See nutrition facts link below for all substitution notes.) 
• 1/4 tsp salt 
• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or agave (Honey will work, but not for strict vegans.) (75g) 
• 2 stevia packs or 2 tbsp sugar (or omit and increase maple syrup to 1/2 cup) 
• 1/4 cup coconut or vegetable oil (40g) (See “nutrition facts” link for all substitution notes.) 
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract 
• 1/2 tsp baking powder 
• 1/2 cup to 2/3 cup chocolate chips (115-140g) (Not optional. Omit at your own risk.) 
• optional: more chips, for presentation

Preheat oven to 350 F. Combine all ingredients except chips in a good food processor, and blend until completely smooth. Really blend well. (A blender can work if you absolutely must, but the texture—and even the taste—will be much better in a food processor.) Stir in the chips, then pour into a greased 8×8 pan. Optional: sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top. Cook 15-18 minutes, then let cool at least 10 minutes before trying to cut. Makes 9-12 brownies.

Nutrition Facts Per Brownie: Calories: 115, Fat: 5.5g, Carbs: 15g, Fiber: 3g, Protein: 2.5g, WW Points (new system): 3 points