Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe

Name: Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 15 oz black beans (rinsed and drained well); 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; ½ cup oats (gluten-free ); ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup honey (bee free honey); 1 teaspoon Stevia; ¼ cup coconut oil; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 1 teaspoon almond extract; ½ teaspoon baking powder; 10 oz dark chocolate chips

ByBecca Ludlum Last updated onAugust 20, 2025

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These vegan black bean brownies are a delicious and indulgent treat. They contain no added flour or processed sugar. This is the best protein brownies recipe that the whole family will enjoy.

It doesn’t matter if I’m looking for a sweet treat at the end of the day or just coming out of the gym trying to find a snack that will feel like a reward…these vegan black bean brownies do the trick every time!

Two black bean brownies stacked on a white plate with a fork next to them. Countertop is white, as is a pan of brownies in the background.

Beans are a slow-digesting carb, which provides energy during your post-workout slump. The beans in our protein brownies recipe is full of plant-based protein to help you repair and build muscles. Beans are high in fiber to help with feeling full longer and maintaining a healthy weight.

If you are looking for a gluten free or vegan way to enjoy our high protein brownies: you’ve found it! Our Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe will be one of your new favorite healthy recipes!

Ingredients in Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe

Black Beans: No need for protein powder with this recipe, the beans naturally give it an extra protein boost, and make these our favorite healthy protein brownies. Best part about it, no one will know there are black beans in the recipe unless you tell them!
Cocoa Powder: Cocoa powder is a staple of all brownie recipes. It delivers the delicious chocolate flavor without all of the extra added refined sugar.
Salt
Honey: (bee free honey) If you are looking for other options you could use maple syrup.
Stevia: We use pure stevia in our recipes as a sugar substitute. We are careful when choosing which brands of stevia we use.
Vegan Dark Chocolate Chips: Using dairy-free chocolate chips allows this recipe to be both dairy-free and gluten-free. Feel free to use regular sized chocolate chips or mini chocolate chips. We stick to the dark chocolate for the added health benefits.

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ingredients in these black bean vegan protein brownies, in white bowls on a white countertop

How to make Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe

small bowls filled with measured ingredients to make black bean brownies

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Gather your ingredients and then rinse and drain the black beans.

Blend the beans in a food processor until VERY smooth.

food processor with ingredients to make black bean brownies

Step 2: Add in the rest of your ingredients except for the chocolate chips.

food processor with black bean and brownie mix blended together

Step 3: Blend until smooth.

food processor with brownie mixture and chocolate chips on top

Step 4: Stir in chocolate chips.

white square baking dish with brownie batter

Step 5: Spray 8×8 oven-safe pan with olive oil, then pour brownie batter into the prepared pan.

horizontal image of two black bean brownies stacked on a white plate with a fork next to them. Countertop is white, as is a pan of brownies in the background.

Step 6: Bake brownie batter at 350º for 25 to 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean (not counting melted chocolate).

Cool completely to room temperature then refrigerate, and cut in 2×2 pieces. Store brownies in the refrigerator and serve chilled.

Recipe Tips

When I make this recipe I cut the brownies into 2 inch squares, which gets me 16 brownies. You can cut them up however you like, just know the nutrition and dietary info provided is for 16 servings from these ingredients.
I prepare the brownie pan with a little olive or coconut oil spray, but you could also line the pan with parchment paper.
I like to store these in the fridge, but they also freeze well. If I’m freezing them, I’ll wrap them in parchment paper so they don’t stick together. They thaw out nicely and are a perfect little treat for when I’m craving chocolate.

Healthy Eating Plan Points

Weight Watchers

10 Points

21 Day Fix Containers

Each brownie is considered a yellow container treat swap on the container programs.