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Decadent, fudgy, and irresistibly rich, these Black Velvet Brownies are where indulgence meets wholesome goodness. Made with black beans, they achieve an ultra-moist, velvety texture while adding a boost of protein and fiber—without compromising on flavor. Dark cocoa powder deepens the chocolatey richness, while a touch of maple syrup or honey provides natural sweetness.

Black Velvet Brownies

Lisa Triggs
Decadent, fudgy, and irresistibly rich, these Black Velvet Brownies are where indulgence meets wholesome goodness. Made with black beans, they achieve an ultra-moist, velvety texture while adding a boost of protein and fiber—without compromising on flavor. Dark cocoa powder deepens the chocolatey richness, leaving you wanting more.
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Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, game day snack, party snack, Snack, treat
Cuisine gluten free
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Sugar
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder can be swapped with maple syrup or other sweetener
  • ⅛ tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1½ tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 can Black Beans (540ml) drained and rinsed
  • 3 large Eggs
  • ⅓ cup Canola Oil
  • 2 tbsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 350F.  Grease 9-inch square metal baking pan
    In a large bowl, combine sugar, cocoa, salt and baking powder.
    In food processor, puree beans, eggs, oil and vanilla for 1-2 minutes or until smooth.
    Pour wet contents into dry mixture and stir until smooth.
    Pour batter into pan and bake for ~30 minutes (inserted knife should come out clean). Cool.

Additions and Substitutions

  • Substitute sugar for maple syrup, honey or stevia
    Melt chocolate chips to create a chocolate drizzle
    Add chocolate chunks or chips to make these brownies a triple chocolate adventure
Keyword brownies, gluten free bread recipes