Brownies with a Surprise!
Description: The surprise is Black Beans… yes, BEANS. And very good that you would never know! Adapted from ‘Stealth Health – How To Sneak Nutrition Painlessly Into Your Diet’.
- Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Black Beans, Beans, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven
- Aggregated Rating: 4.5
- Review Count: 2
- Calories: 105.4 per serving
- Fat Content: 3.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 0.5mg
- Sodium Content: 14.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 17.8g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 13.5g
- Protein Content: 2.5g
- Servings: Yield of 30 good-sized bars
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 can | Black beans |
| 4 oz | Light butter |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 6 | Egg whites |
| 2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 3 tbsp | Instant espresso coffee powder |
| 2 cups | Walnuts |
| 1/2 cup | Chocolate |
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare the Pan: Spray a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick vegetable spray to prevent sticking.
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Prepare the Black Beans: Place the beans in a colander and rinse thoroughly under running water to remove any slime. Set aside to drain.
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Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate and light butter in a small microwavable bowl. Microwave for 60 to 90 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
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Process the Beans: In a food processor or blender, add the drained black beans and 2 egg whites. Blend or process until smooth.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the processed beans with sugar, flour, espresso powder, and the remaining egg whites. Use an electric mixer to beat until well combined.
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Add Chocolate Mixture: Mix in the melted chocolate until evenly incorporated into the batter.
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Transfer to Pan: Pour the brownie mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly.
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Add Walnuts: Sprinkle the walnuts evenly on top of the brownie batter.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the brownies pull away from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars. You can cut them into rows of six by five for convenient serving.
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Serve: Once cooled and cut, serve and enjoy these delicious brownies with a surprise twist!
These brownies are not only decadent and delicious but also packed with a surprising nutritional boost from the black beans. They’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while sneaking in some extra nutrients. Try them out for your next dessert or potluck gathering and impress your friends and family with this unique and tasty treat! 🍫😋
