Triple chocolate protein brownies
Thursday, November 16, 2017. Author Nicola Hansen
These brownies are rich, delicious, and at under 200 calories and 7 grams of protein a piece, they are almost guilt-free. Rich in B vitamins, these brownies support the creation of new-blood cells and energy release, making them an excellent pre workout snack! The secret ingredient here is black beans, which add a big kick of fibre, moisture, and protein. There is very little flour in this recipe, acting more as a binding agent than a key ingredient, so if you don't eat wheat, just use whatever type of gluten-free flour works for your body. If you're really feeling adventurous, try teff flour!
Ingredients
- 3 oz (85g) baking chocolate
- 0.5 tsp (3g) baking powder
- 2.5 cups (430g) cooked black beans,
- 4 oz (120g) semisweet chocolate (~50% cacao)
- 4 Tbsp (60g) cocoa powder
- 5 tbsp (75g) butter or coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 4 large egg whites
- 0.5 cup (120g) all purpose or gluten free flour:
- 1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar:
- 1.5 tsp (8ml) vanilla extract:
- Pinch of salt
Steps
- Preheat oven to 350F (180C) and line a square brownie tin with baking paper.
- In a microwavable bowl, place the beans, chocolate and butter and zap until melted. Then mash/blend into puree.
- Whisk the eggs and stir these in along with the sugar and vanilla extract.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa, baking powder. Add salt and stir.
- Pour the mixture into the tin and bake for 20 mins. The brownies will be done as soon as the middle is firm when gently pressed.
- Let is cool before slicing and enjoy!
Nutritional profile
Per 16th (Cut into 4x4 squares)
Calories: 192 kcal
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Total Fiber: 4g
Total Sugars: 18g
Added Sugars: 17g
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Trans-Fats: 0g
Monounsaturated: 2g
Polyunsaturated: 1g
Cholesterol: 23mg
Sodium: 56mg
