Dessert, Kid-Friendly

Fudgy Black Bean Brownies

Prep 10 mins
Total 50 mins

Easy
Serves 16

The secret to decadent, fudgy brownies may be surprising to you—black beans! They are very easy to make and satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthier way.

Tip: For a fun flavor twist, add coffee grounds to ingredients!

Compatible with

Ninja® Foodi® Power Mixer System
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Contains Eggs

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1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained, rinsed, mashed
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Utensils

Parchment Paper
9-inch square baking pan
Large Bowl
Medium Bowl

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2

Assemble the hand mixer attachment on the power base, then install the beaters.
Step 3

In a large bowl, add mashed black beans, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Press power then the up arrow to mix on speed 2 until well combined.
Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5

Add dry ingredients to bean mixture. Press power to begin mixing on speed 1 and then gradually increase to speed 4. Mix until just combined, about 1 minute.
Step 6

Fold in chocolate chips. Then transfer batter to the prepared baking pan. Place pan in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until you can poke a toothpick into the center of the pan and it comes out clean.
Step 7

When baking is complete, remove pan from the oven and let cool before cutting.