My eyes almost crossed I was so perplexed. I immediately thought, “Oh my goodness, this can’t be real.” A brownie made with wholesome ingredients that tastes like the real thing? Sounds too good to be true, but believe me, it’s not. Since sharing my original recipe on the blog, I’ve revamped the ingredients to ensure it’s completely naturally sweetened (!!!), while remaining entirely vegan and gluten free. Plus, I threw in a few add-ins for a fun flavor twist. In other words, get your black beans, kids. We’re makin’ brownies (and we’re not telling anyone what’s in them). This recipe is simple, requiring just a food processor to make! Yep, it all comes together in one “bowl,” making cleanup a breeze. To make these “turtle” brownies, I added date caramel, pecans, and chocolate chips. The coconut was just for fun, because obviously, delicious. The result was a fudgy on the inside, tender on the outside, chocolate- and pecan- studded brownie that passes for the real thing. Try not immediately eating three – I dare you. I think you guys will LOVE these brownies! They’re: FudgyRichTenderMoistStudded with ooey-gooey toppingsQuickEasy& Insanely delicious Make these for a party and I can almost guarantee no one will realize they’re made with black beans. They also freeze well, making them a great dessert to have around during the week – just pop one out and let it thaw. Top with coconut whipped cream or vanilla bean coconut ice cream if you’re feeling fancy. You can’t go wrong either way. If you give this recipe a try, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a picture #minimalistbaker on Instagram! We’d love to see what you come up with. Cheers!
