Kick off the new year with a fun and nutritious treat that kids will love—Black Bean Brownies!
These cocoa delights are delicious and packed with plant-based goodness, making them a great way to sneak in extra nutrition. Click to discover the recipe and make dessert a wholesome adventure for your family!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked black beans (or 1-14oz can)
- 1/2 cup chopped Medjool dates
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup natural applesauce
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract, or scrapings from one pod
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp good-quality salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350F and line or grease a 9×9″ square pan.
- Have your child put all of the ingredients ingredients into a food processor.
- Cover your ears and blend!
- Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it down with a spatula.
- Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes until set and a toothpick inserted comes out with crumbs but no wetness.