Vegan Black Bean Brownie Recipe

Step 1

Drain and rinse a can of black beans.

Step 2

Add the beans to a blender or food processor, then add the peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, almond flour, cacao, baking powder and soda, and salt.

Step 3

Blend for several minutes, until everything is very creamy and smooth. Then fold in the chocolate chips and mix them in using a spoon or spatula

Step 4

Transfer the brownie batter to a skillet, or another oven-safe dish that you have lightly greased with coconut ahead of time.

Step 5

Smooth the top of the brownie batter to create an even layer.

Step 6

Top the skillet with more chocolate chips.

Step 7

Bake the brownie skillet for 45-50 minutes at 350*F/ 175*C.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and allow it to cool off at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.

Step 9

Top the skillet with dairy-free vanilla ice cream and vegan caramel sauce, and dig in!