Peanut Butter Brownies

Ingredients

• 1 can black beans, thoroughly rinsed and drained

• 2/3 cup cacao powder

• 1/3 cup peanut butter

• 1/4 cup coconut sugar

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 2 tbsp soy/almond/coconut milk

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips + extra to sprinkle on top (dairy-free if needed)

• 2 tbsp flaxseed

• 6 tbsp water

Instructions

1. Set oven to 350 degrees and oil or line a 9×9 baking dish.

2. Grind flax seeds and combine into 6 tbsp of water and allow to sit for 5-10 minutes. This acts as the egg, adding fiber and healthy fats.

3. In a food processor or high powered blender, add black beans, peanut butter, cacao powder, coconut sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, baking soda, milk, and flax egg. Mix until the batter is completely smooth.

4. Remove the blade and stir in the chocolate chips. (If you need to transfer to a bowl and mix in, do not mix with the blade.

5. Transfer to the baking dish, sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top and bake in the oven for ~35 minutes. Allow the brownies to cool completely before digging in. They will be yummy and gooey.