Mexican Chocolate Brownies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick foil or parchment paper, extending over edges.

Step 2

In a food processor combine beans, applesauce, and chopped chocolate. Cover and process until smooth. Add granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla; cover and process until combined.

Step 3

In a small bowl stir together the next six ingredients (through cayenne pepper). Add flour mixture to chocolate mixture. Cover and process just until combined.

Step 4

Spread batter in the prepared baking pan. Bake 20 minutes or just until center is firm and edges are slightly puffed. Cool in pan on a wire rack. If desired, sprinkle with powdered sugar. Using foil (or parchment paper), lift brownies out of pan. Cut into squares.