Black Bean Brownies

Ingredients:

• 1  1/2 cup black beans (1-15 oz. can, drained and rinsed very well)
• 2 Tbsp. cocoa powder (Dutch or regular)
• 1/2 cup quick oats
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup 
• 2 Tbsp. sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (save a few for topping)

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
2. Combine all ingredients, except chocolate chips, in a food processor and blend until completely smooth. (A blender can work, but the texture – and even the taste – will be much better in a food processor.)
3. Stir chocolate chips into the mixture, then pour into a greased 8" x 8" pan.
4. Optional: Sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top.  
5. Bake brownies for 15 to 18 minutes, then let cool for at least 10 minutes before trying to cut.

Servings:

12

Nutritional Value:

Calories: 165.4
Fat: 8 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Carbohydrates: 22.1 g
Protein: 2.6 g
Fiber: 2.6 g
Sodium: 13.7 mg Source: Chocolate Covered Katie