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The Black Bean Brownie Trick

Published: Aug 12, 2020 · Modified: Oct 16, 2020 by greenlitebitescom · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

Make ooey-gooey brownies with less fat, more fiber, and more protein because, why not? Reposting this old gem, the crazy-simple The Black Bean Brownie Trick.

The Black Bean Brownie top

The following was originally posted July 2012. Scroll down for printable version.

Let me start this post off by saying IF I can feed my kids (and myself) yummy, gooey, amazing brownies that have less fat, more fiber, and more protein why wouldn’t I do that?!?

These things were amazing! I could have seriously eaten the whole batch myself. Even the dessert-indifferent husband ate some and had nothing but good things to say. Of course, he changed his tune once I told him how I made them.

Typical.

However, I also had guests and, well, let’s just say there was only a nibble left on the plate by the end of the BBQ.

I’ve seen this idea around the interweb for some time but when Snack Girl posted it earlier this week I was inspired to give it a whirl.

This will be my go-to brownie for any occasion. That’s how much I liked them regardless of the “lighter” aspect. Speaking of, preparing the brownies this way saves 5g of fat but it also ups the fiber and protein by 2 g each. Again, not earth-shattering but slightly tipping the scales towards a more balanced nutritional profile and that’s my goal.

Balance.

Here’s how I made them…

  • 1 18oz Brownie Box mix (I used Ghirardelli Chocolate Brownie Mix, Double Chocolate)
  • 1 15.5 oz can of Black Beans
  • water
  • sprinkles (optional)

First, drain and rinse the beans. Place beans back into the can and fill with water. The idea here is to replace the salty bean juice with fresh water to reduce the sodium. If you have sodium-free beans this step is unnecessary.

Puree the beans and water together. I used my bullet for this. Worked like a charm…

The Black Bean Brownie - the beans

Add the bean puree and brownie mix to large bowl.

The Black Bean Brownie - the batter

Mix well with a spatula until combined.

Spray your brownie pan with nonstick spray and pour in the batter. I used an 11×7 glass pyrex.

Top with festive sprinkles, if you like.

The Black Bean Brownie - add sprinkles

We were making for a 4th of July BBQ.

The Black Bean Brownie - before

Bake for 30 minutes. This may vary based on your pan size and material. They take less time then the package states for traditional eggs/oil. I found 30 minutes to be perfect. A toothpick stuck in came out clear and the top was firm to the touch. If you bake longer they will start to dry out and become more cake like. I went for gooey.

Remove from oven and let cool in pan.

The Black Bean Brownie - after

Cut into 16 squares and try to contain yourself…

The Black Bean Brownie - done!

 

 

Here's the printable version. I hope to recap some recent date-night-in ideas the husband and I experimented with this last weekend soon!

The Black Bean Brownie Trick

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The Black Bean Brownie Trick

Prep 10 mins

Cook 30 mins

Total 40 mins

Author Roni Noone

Yield 16 brownies

Make ooey-gooey brownies with less fat, more fiber, and more protein because, why not? Try this crazy-simple Black Bean Brownie Trick.

Ingredients

  • 1 18oz Brownie Box mix 
  • 1 15.5 oz can of Black Beans
  • water
  • sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

First, drain and rinse the beans. Place beans back into the can and fill with water.

Puree the beans and water together.

Add the bean puree and brownie mix to a large bowl.

Mix well with a spatula until combined.

Spray your brownie pan with nonstick spray and pour in the batter. I used an 11×7 glass pyrex.

Top with festive sprinkles, if you like.

Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool in pan.

Cut into 16 squares.

Enjoy!

Notes

  • If you use sodium-free beans there's no need to drain! Just blend with canned juices. 
  • You may need to adjust cooking times based on your side pan. I found 30 minutes to be perfect. A toothpick stuck in came out clear and the top was firm to the touch. If you bake longer they will start to dry out and become more cake-like. I went for gooey.

     

Courses Dessert

Cuisine Any

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 brownie

Amount Per Serving

Calories 165

% Daily Value

Total Fat 3.5 g

5%

Total Carbohydrates 30 g

10%

Dietary Fiber 3 g

12%

Sugars 18 g

Protein 3 g

6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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  1. Brenna says

    August 18, 2020 at 4:16 am

    Tried these tonight. They are so good! I think I like them better than "normal" brownies. Thanks for sharing!

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