Vegan Black Bean Brownie Bites
These black bean brownie bites are rich and chocolatey, no one would guess they’re actually healthy! Packed with fiber and protein, these brownie bites are a delicious treat!
As a vegetarian, beans are a regular part of my diet. Garbanzo beans, cannellini beans, navy beans, kidney beans… and of course, black beans. I love that they’re packed with protein and fiber and they’re just so versatile. Tacos, soup… brownies.
If you haven’t tried baking with beans, I’m here to tell you that you’re missing out. I’ve made a few different versions and these are my favorite. They even got a thumbs up from Alex, before and after he knew what was in them.
The best part is, you can whip them all up in a food processor so you only have one thing to clean! Also, I’d recommend not using muffin liners because these brownies actually tend to shrink up just a bit, which is how you can tell when they’re finished cooking. Don’t worry, if your spray your pan with a little non-stick spray, they’ll pop right out.
Tips for the perfect black bean brownie bites
- Make sure you melt the coconut oil before adding.
- Be sure to blend the batter very well before you stir in the chocolate chips. You don’t want lots of bean chunks! It doesn’t have to be completely smooth, but you shouldn’t have any large lumps.
- Test the temperature of the batter before adding the chocolate chips. Sometimes blending in the food processor will heat up the batter so much that it could melt the chocolate chips. You may have to let it cool down for a few minutes before adding the chocolate chips.
- Do NOT overbake! Test with a toothpick and make sure you remove them when the toothpick comes out clean. If you over-bake them, they’ll dry out.
Vegan Black Bean Brownie Bites
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 14 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Description
These black bean brownie bites are rich and chocolatey, no one would guess they’re actually healthy! Packed with fiber and protein, these brownie bites are a delicious treat!
Ingredients
- 1 15oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/2 cup agave or honey (if not vegan)
- 1/2 cup dutch cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (dairy free, if vegan)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Combine all ingredient except for chocolate chips in a food processor.
- Blend on high until the batter is completely smooth. Check the temperature. If the batter is warm, let it cool before adding the chocolate chips.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Spray a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray and scoop 1 1/2 tablespoons of batter into each muffin tin. It should make between 16-18 mini muffin cups.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the brownies begin to pull away from the sides of the pan just slightly. Do not over bake!
- Let cool completely before removing them from the pan.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Make sure your batter is almost completely smooth before you stir in the chocolate chips!
These brownie bites are vegan and gluten-free, and thanks to the beans, they actually have a little protein and fiber.
Looking for another healthy dessert idea? Try these gluten free chocolate chip coconut brownies or these chickpea chocolate chip cookies. They’re one of my most popular recipes for a reason!
Are you a brownie person or a cookie person?
Oh yes please! I just had a insta friend post she was making black bean brownies but no recipe! This is gonna have to happen tonight when I get home!
Whaat? Black beans in brownies?I must try this. The last time I bought black beans I had no idea what to do with them. Thanks for the inspiration!
I’ve tried black bean brownies and they’re amazing. I can’t wait to try your version. Yum!
Oh my. I have got to try this recipe. I love black beans and I know the craze of putting them in brownies has been around, I have yet to do it. Thanks for the reminder!
I haven’t got on board with the black bean brownie trend, but I need to as these look so rich and delicious!!! I love every bean/pulse I’ve ever tried, so I just know I would love these!
I guess this will increase the protein content of the brownies, so a genius idea
i have a health fair coming up and i was looking for healthier brownie recipe, maybe i will try this out!
I would have never thought to put beans in brownies, but now I really want to try this!!
xo,
Angela
I’ve always wanted to try cooking or baking with black beans but I never have. These look simple and easy.
Pinning this recipe! I love black bean based desserts, esp brownies!