Studded with fresh raspberries, these gluten-free black bean vegan brownie bites are not only rich and fudgey, but also loaded with fiber.
Ok fine. The beany vegan brownie bites every time.
I kid! While I've only been dating my boyfriend for a few months, he has swept me off my feet in a way that I didn't know was even possible. As cheesy as it sounds, I've fallen and I've fallen hard. Weeeee!
I was never big into Valentine's Day. I mean I'll take an excuse to eat dark chocolate any day, but I could pass on the mushy cards and flower bouquets.
Thankfully the boyf is nearly as nutty about health as yours truly, so adulterating brownies with beans on V-Day is totally encouraged.
If you've never nommed on a brownie made with black beans, there's no better time than the present.
Prepare to fall in love. Again.
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Raspberry Black Bean Brownie Bites
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 24 1x
- Category: Dessert
Description
Studded with fresh raspberries, these vegan and gluten-free black bean brownies are not only rich and fudgey, but also secretly loaded with fiber.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water
- 1-15oz can black beans, drained and very well rinsed
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ½ tsp coffee grounds
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup pitted Medjool dates, packed (about 9 dates)
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup almond meal
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1-6oz pkg raspberries
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. (You can also make these as bars. Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray. I like to cut two even strips to cover the dish evenly both ways.)
- Add rinsed beans, maple syrup, coconut oil, coffee, vanilla, and dates to the bowl of a large food processor. Process for about 3 minutes, or until smooth. Add ¼ cup of the raspberries (save the rest), flax mixture, cocoa powder, almond meal, baking powder, and salt. Process again until smooth.
- Using a spatula, stir in in chocolate chips and remaining raspberries.
- Pour batter into prepared muffin tin.
- Bake for about about 25-30 minutes, or until brownies are set in the middle. Allow brownies to completely cool before carefully removing from muffin tin.
- Store brownies in an air-tight container for a couple days and then transfer to the fridge.
Connie Leung says
Hello Alexis! Is there any substituions I can use for almond meal (nut allergy)?
Thank youuu!!
Connie Leung says
Hello Alexis! Is there any substituions I can use for almond meal (nut allergy)?
Thank youuu!!
Jess L says
The brownies turned out amazing! So fudgy and decadent - loved them! Would cook them longer next time (closer to 30 min) but tasted Fantastic anyway of course 🙂
Jess L says
The brownies turned out amazing! So fudgy and decadent - loved them! Would cook them longer next time (closer to 30 min) but tasted Fantastic anyway of course 🙂
Jaimie J says
Do you think that freeze dried raspberries could be subbed for fresh? I usually have the freeze dried on hand, but not the fresh.
Jaimie J says
Do you think that freeze dried raspberries could be subbed for fresh? I usually have the freeze dried on hand, but not the fresh.
rachel @ athletic avocado says
Black bean brownies never get old. The addition of raspberries makes them even better! These look delish!
rachel @ athletic avocado says
Black bean brownies never get old. The addition of raspberries makes them even better! These look delish!
ACKTIVE LIFE says
OMG I am so happy for you...You two are just so stinking cute!!!
ACKTIVE LIFE says
OMG I am so happy for you...You two are just so stinking cute!!!
Meg says
Hi! Do you soak beans/grains overnight before cooking?
Meg says
Hi! Do you soak beans/grains overnight before cooking?
Chelsea@TableForOne says
You guys are too cute!! Love the date idea. It is always fun to try something new and exciting. I think a massage plus a couple of brownies would be perfect right about now!
Chelsea@TableForOne says
You guys are too cute!! Love the date idea. It is always fun to try something new and exciting. I think a massage plus a couple of brownies would be perfect right about now!
Kate says
I'm so glad you got a boy that likes your healthy treats! Y'all are quite lovely together.
My husband loves massages, but I hate giving them b/c my hands get tired, haha. Maybe these videos could help me out!
Kate says
I'm so glad you got a boy that likes your healthy treats! Y'all are quite lovely together.
My husband loves massages, but I hate giving them b/c my hands get tired, haha. Maybe these videos could help me out!
Simi says
OMG you two are too cute!! & I love this date night idea <3
Simi says
OMG you two are too cute!! & I love this date night idea <3