Protein rich, Fiber rich, gluten free and vegan..these brownies are tasty and healthy. Instead of calling them brownies, it would be better to refer to them as Chocolate power bars.
Perfect for snacking and to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients/Method
1 Cup Black beans ( Cooked or uncooked..if uncooked, we pressure cook them after soaking them in water overnight or atleast an hour)
1/2 cup coconut shredded ( i used unsweetened but you can use sweetened version too)
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup walnuts ( or nuts of your choice)
1/2 cup sugar
2 drops Almond extract
3 tbsp Chia seeds ( soaked in 1/3 cup water for 10 mins) – using this as an egg replacement.
Method:
– Pour cooked beans in the blender along with other ingredients. Form a mixture.
– Pour batter in a baking tray and bake at 350 F for 25- 30 mins.
– Let the cake cool down and set before cutting it into pieces.
Like Coconut? Try these tasty coconut cookies with chocolate chip. Easy to make, these cookies are perfect with a cup of tea or Runner Bean Coffee
Ingredients/ Method
1 and 3/4 cup flour
1 cup coconut shredded unsweetened
1 cup chocolate chips
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar of choice
1/4 tsp salt
1 egg
2 drops of vanilla extract
3/4 cup veg oil
Combine sugar with oil and add in egg. Combine all other ingredients. Mix the two to form cookie dough and bake at 375 F for 10-12 mins.