I came across this recipe (probably on pinterest),
and it looked and sounded so good, I decided to
change up some of the ingredients.
My husband really didn’t believe me that it was made of black beans.
Score!
And, they’re so healthy, I’d even say eat them
for breakfast or after the gym for a dose of protein.
Benefits:
black beans– super high in protein and filling
almond butter– protein and vitamin rich. satiating and filling
coconut palm sugar– low glycemic so wont make your blood sugar spike
Black Bean Brownie Bites
Ingredients:
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tbs raw cacao powder
1 tbs vanilla extract
2/3 cup almond butter (or Peanut Butter)
1/3 cup coconut palm sugar (raw honey or maple syrup)
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup dark chocolate chips
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. Combine black beans, cacao, vanilla, almond butter, coconut palm sugar and baking powder and blend in blender or food processor until smooth.
3. Transfer to a bowl and stir in chocolate chips.
4. Roll “dough” into 2-inch balls and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes.
*Makes approx 16 bites.
P.S. Craving another healthy, chocolatey dessert? Try my Peppermint Pattie Lollipops!
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P.S. Check out my cooking show on Glamour Magazine!
be smart. be healthy. be well.
xo
be well,
arielle
