Black Bean Brownies - Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe (2024)

These vegan back bean brownies are healthy, gluten-free, rich in protein and perfect as a healthier chocolate dessert or snack between meals. You can’t taste the beans either!

Healthy Protein Black Bean Brownies – No flour required

Are you ready for a delicious and healthy dessert that will blow your mind? Today I’m sharing a recipe for vegan brownies made with beans and oats. Sounds weird, but trust me, these little treats are an absolute hit!

Why use beans and oats in brownies anyway? Well, beans are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, while oats are full of energy and keeps blood sugar levels stable. This means you won’t feel faint after eating these brownies.

They are also completely vegan, which means they are free from eggs and dairy products and therefore suitable for vegans. These delicious healthy brownies contain no eggs, no butter, no dairy milk and no refined sugar!

Why make vegan brownies with applesauce or bananas?

Vegan brownie recipes often use applesauce or bananas as an egg substitute, as they have a sticky texture that helps to bind the batter. They also add moisture and a natural sweetness to the brownies without using animal products. Alternatively, you can also use another egg substitute to replace 2 eggs.

Black Bean Brownie Batter Ingredients

• Rolled oats (or flour)
• Cocoa powder
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Beans (black beans or kidney beans)
• Applesauce (or 1 mashed banana or other egg substitutes)
• Maple syrup (or agave syrup)
• Vegetable oil (e.g. canola, sunflower or liquid coconut oil)
• Chocolate chips

How to make Black Bean Brownies

As always, I recommend checking out the recipe video and these step-by-step instructions first. You can then find the full recipe with the exact quantities in the recipe card below!

Step 1: Make the brownie batter

First, grind the rolled oats to a fine flour in a blender or food processor and place the oat flour in a bowl.

Then add cocoa powder, baking powder and salt and mix everything together. Next, rinse the beans in a sieve and drain. Then blend together with applesauce, maple syrup, oil and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor until creamy.

Now add the bean puree with the chocolate chips to the dry ingredients and mix everything together.

Step 2: Bake brownies

Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth it out. Optionally, sprinkle with more chocolate chips and bake at 356 °F (180 °C) for around 20-25 minutes. Then remove from the oven and leave to cool completely (they will firm up after cooling).

Step 3: Cut and eat the brownies!

Now you can cut your healthy vegan protein brownies into squares and enjoy. They taste fantastic and are good for you too!

Tips & tricks for perfect Vegan Brownies

In this article you will find lots of tips & tricks for vegan baking without eggs and dairy products. If you follow all the tips, you’re sure to succeed with every egg-free cake! Here are also 7 tips on how to ensure that your vegan bean brownies turn out perfectly:

1. Use high quality ingredients: Choose high quality kidney or black beans and oats to enhance the flavor of your brownies. The fresher and better quality the ingredients are, the better the end result will be.
2. Prepare the beans properly: Rinse the beans thoroughly to remove excess liquid and unwanted flavors. If you are using dried beans, cook them in advance until they are soft.
3. Don’t overmix the batter: To achieve a smooth and even consistency, stir the batter thoroughly, but not for too long! Make sure that no thick lumps remain and that all ingredients are well mixed together.
4. Choose your sweetener: Opt for a natural sweetener such as maple syrup, agave syrup or date syrup to give your brownies a pleasant sweetness. Experiment with the amounts to achieve the desired flavor.
5. Add spices: Add a pinch of cinnamon, vanilla or other spices to your brownie batter to intensify the flavor and create additional aromas.
6. The correct baking time: Make sure you don’t bake the brownies for too long, otherwise they can become dry. Remember that the baking time can vary depending on the oven. Therefore, test the brownies regularly to see if they are done.
7. Allow to cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely before removing them from the pan. This helps them to be cut more easily and retain their consistency.

How to store brownies?

To store your vegan black bean brownies in the best possible way, I recommend keeping them in an airtight container in the fridge. This will keep them fresh for longer and retain their consistency. Make sure to allow the brownies to cool completely before closing the container to avoid condensation. You can also freeze them in portions to keep them for longer. Simply remove from the freezer before eating and leave to defrost at room temperature. So you can enjoy a delicious brownie at any time!

These Vegan Protein Brownies are:

• Plant-based
• Eggless
• Dairy-free
• Gluten-free
• Quick and easy to make
• Healthy
• Sugar-free
• High in protein
• High in fiber
• Chocolatey
• Rich, moist and fudgy
• The perfect dessert for any occasion!

More Vegan Brownie Recipes

• The Best Brownies
• Zucchini Brownies
• Cheesecake Brownies
• Brookies
• Buckwheat Brownies
• Pumpkin Browies
• Hazelnut Brownies
• No Bake Brownie Hearts

Recipe Video

If you try this easy vegan black bean brownie recipe, feel free to leave me a comment and rating! And if you take a photo of your chocolate dessert and share it on Instagram or Facebook, please tag me @biancazapatka and use the hashtag #biancazapatka because I love seeing your creations! Have fun trying it out! 🙂

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