Two Bite Black Bean Brownies

February 26, 2015

Mmm… Chocolate and coffee. Two of my favorite things combined into a bite size snack. These two bite brownies are perfect for that midday craving, with the added benefit of an energy boost and extra nutrients, including fibre and protein. Free of flour, dairy, soy, and refined sugars, and instead made with more natural ingredients like black beans and cocoa, so you can feel good about what you’re eating.

•¾ cup chopped, pitted dates (approximately 20 small)
•2 vanilla beans or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
•1 can black beans, rinsed and drained (540ml can)
•¾ cup brewed coffee
•½ cup unsweetened applesauce
•2 teaspoons baking soda
•¼ teaspoon sea salt
•¾ cup Dutch dark cocoa powder
•2 whole eggs
•½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
•Optional toppings: 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips combined with either ¼ cup unsweetened coconut or ¼ cup chopped pecans

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2.Spray a mini muffin pan with non-stick baking oil or line with mini muffin cups. 3.Combine all ingredients into a food processor (except chocolate chips and toppings). Blend...
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Nutritions

Calories
48

Sodium
143mg
5% DV

Fat
2g
4% DV

Protein
1g
2% DV

Carbs
5g
1% DV

Fiber
1g
6% DV