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Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe

This Vegan Protein Brownie Recipe is a healthy dessert that's full of chocolate flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black bean, Black Bean Brownie Protein Bites, gluten free, post workout, post-workout snack
Servings: 16
Calories: 207kcal
Author: Becca Ludlum

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • Food processor

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
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Rinse and drain the black beans. 15 oz black beans
  • Blend beans in a food processor until VERY smooth. Add in the rest of your ingredients except for the chocolate chips. 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, ½ cup oats, ¼ teaspoon salt, ½ cup honey, 1 teaspoon Stevia, ¼ cup coconut oil, 1 tablespoon vanilla, 1 teaspoon almond extract, ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • Blend until smooth. Stir in chocolate chips. 10 oz dark chocolate chips
  • Pour batter into an 8x8 pan that has been sprayed with olive oil.
  • Bake at 350 for 25 to 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean (not counting melted chocolate).
  • Cool then refrigerate, and cut in 2x2 pieces. These brownies are best served chilled.

Notes

Makes 16 2x2 bites.
21 Day Fix containers: Each brownie/bite counts as a yellow treat swap. 
Weight Watchers: 10 2023 Plan Points | 9 Blue Plan Points

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 56mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg