Chocolate Peppermint Brownies (with a hidden surprise!)
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 can (15oz) black beans
- 1/2 cup rolled oats organic, gluten free
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil virgin
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4-1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Ghiradelli brand preferred
- 1/4 tsp sea salt Himalayan
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Add black beans and oats to a food processor or blender. Blend until until finely ground.
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Add the maple syrup and coconut oil, and blend until well combined.
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Add the rest of the ingredients, other than the chocolate chips, and blend until it becomes a brownie batter consistency (may need to scrape the sides of the blender/stir).
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Pour the batter into a greased 10×4 pan. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top. Bake for ~15 minutes (until a toothpick comes out clean).
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Slice and enjoy! Best kept in an airtight container in the fridge.
Recipe Notes
Your hidden surprise is black beans! A great way to add fiber to a dessert recipe without even tasting the beans. It also provides extra moisture. Enjoy!
