Beans? Bananas? All in a brownie? I promise you won’t be able to taste anything but the sweet decadent chocolate. These brownies are fudgy, delicious, and 100% guilt free!
To Store
Keep in an airtight container or bag and store at room temperature for up to 5 days.
To Freeze
Keep in an airtight container or bag and freeze for up to 1 month. To eat, reheat the brownie in the microwave or oven, alternatively, you can leave it to defrost overnight at room temperature.
What’s So Good About White Beans?
White beans, also known as navy beans, are a nutritional powerhouse. Packed with fiber, protein, and essential nutrients, they support digestive health, provide sustained energy, and help control blood sugar levels. With their low fat content and antioxidant properties, white beans are a heart-healthy addition to your diet. In this delightful recipe, I’ve incorporated white beans into our brownies to create that irresistibly chewy texture. It’s a secret ingredient that makes your brownies both delicious and nutritious!
Healthy White Bean Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup white beans
- ½ large banana
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ¾ cup + 2 tbsp AP flour
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips melted + 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F and line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor or high speed blender, blend the beans, banana, maple syrup, and vanilla extract together until completely smooth.
- Add the cornstarch, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder and blend until batter forms. Add the ½ cup chocolate chips and mix in by hand.
- Pour the batter into the pan, spread it out, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Melt the remaining chocolate chips with some milk and spread it on the brownies. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
