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Protein Brownies Recipe – Healthy Chocolate Brownies with Black Beans

These Protein Brownies are a healthier, protein-packed twist on classic chocolate brownies. Made with black beans, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips, this easy recipe creates soft, cake-like brownies that are rich in flavour, high in protein, and perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Snack
Servings 12 serves
Calories 170 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 x 400g tin black beans
  • 125 g butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Drain black beans and wash under running water. Melt butter and combine with black beans in a food processor until smooth.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs until well combined.
  • Add the butter and pureed black beans, cocoa powder, plain flour, and sugar to the bowl. Mix until smooth.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  • Let the brownies cool in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

For a more intense chocolate flavour, increase cocoa powder to 3 tbsp.
You can add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a salted chocolate twist.
Pairs Well With:
A scoop of vanilla yogurt or a handful of fresh berries.
Storage:
• Fridge: Up to 5 days in an airtight container.
• Freezer: Up to 2 months, stored in individual portions.
Gluten-Free Option:
Substitute plain flour with gluten-free all-purpose flour.
Dairy-Free Option:
Use dairy-free butter and choc chip alternatives.
Vegetarian Option:
This recipe is vegetarian.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 208gProtein: 5gFat: 8gFiber: 2g
Keyword black beans, Brownies, Choc chips, Chocolate, Dessert, Fibre, Healthy snacks, Low sugar, lunchbox, protein, snacks
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