Are you kidding me?? These brownies are made with what!!
I’m sure you’ve seen them around – the black bean brownies recipes.
The ones that use a can of black beans (run through the blender)
in the recipe, lowering the calories and raising the nutrition level. Sounded a little
strange to me, but I was intrigued by the idea, especially since I have been on Weight Watchers the last couple of weeks, and trying to stay away from chocolate.
(That sentence hardly portrays the scope of removing chocolate from my daily life)
I have been grieved, nay, anguished by the lack of it.
I have allowed myself a nibble here and there, but not near the dose I had become used to.
My friend was telling me that she had made some of the Black Bean Brownies,
and thought they weren’t too bad. So I thought, maybe those are a way to have
my chocolate fix without going way overboard in points for the day!
So I went searching for a recipe.
I found one online that also happened to be gluten free.
As my Mom is allergic to gluten,I decided to try them!
You can see the recipe at Finding Joy In My Kitchen
I changed up the recipe and put it into my Weight Watchers recipe builder to get to the lowest
amount of points that still looked edible! To be honest – I didn’t have terribly
high hopes as I was making them, but boy howdy did the end result blow me away!!
So here is my recipe if you would like to try it! The brownies come out to 2 points if you cut
them into 18 squares. I cut them into 24 squares – which makes
them one point each – score!! I think next time I make them I will add a little
flour to them and see how they turn out, I will let you know!
Here are the normal ingredients..
And here is the “Are you kidding me??” part..
I started by draining the beans, rinsing them in the can, and then adding fresh water to them.
I didn’t fill the can all the way up with water, just about 2/3rd full. Then I poured it all into the
blender and pureed it. It looked like chocolate pudding,
But it smelled like beans – it was a little strange! But I persevered!
Then add to the beans:
2 eggs
1 1/2 Tbls. Olive Oil
Then mix the dry ingredients together in a separate bowl.
3/4 cups sugar
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1tsp. vanilla
1/4 cup cocoa
Mix the dry and wet ingredients together -
After it is mixed, add 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
These up the calorie/point numbers a bit – but it was well worth it!
Then pour it all into a 8×8 inch square baking pan, and put it into a 350 oven for 35 min.
*****Please note*****
I have an old oven, and it does not heat evenly.
You should check yours often to make sure they don’t over bake.
When they are ready they will
pull away from the edges, and a toothpick inserted in center
will come out clean. They should be moist, but not gooey.
I allowed mine to cool for maybe 10 minutes before I
cut into them to try one! My husband can attest to the surprised
look on my face when I popped one into my mouth - They were moist and
melting with chocolate – no taste of bean whatsoever!
Then I decided to top them with some strawberries, shaved chocolate, and Fat Free Cool Whip -
I have to say it was a near religious experience!! And low calorie to boot!
I dare you to try them! You might be able to slip some nutrition
into your family without them even knowing it!
I kept mine in the refrigerator
and dipped into them all week! And the great thing is I didn’t even
have to feel guilty about it! I happen to like them best warmed
up, but try for yourself and see what you think
Thanks for stopping by – hope you come back soon!
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Melinda
621 days ago
Okay – you’ve almost got me convinced to give it a try! I’ll add a can of black beans to the grocery list. Brownie for 1 or 2 WW points that taste good are something I need to try!
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Allison
621 days ago
Gotta try these! If only I had read this yesterday! It would have saved me from the terrible WW points massacre I experienced while baking chocolate cupcakes!! Better day today, especially now that I have this recipe to give me comfort that I can enjoy chocolate sensibly!! Thanks!
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Holy Cannoli Recipes
621 days ago
I have heard of them before but never heard of someone actually making them. Now that I know that they don’t taste disgusting I will have to give these a try. Thanks for posting.
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SnoWhite
621 days ago
AWESOME!! So glad that you tried them. We love our recipe — my mother-in-law enjoys moist, GF brownies! And, my father-in-law (who does not eat beans) told me they were “pretty good”. !!
By the way… I made your minestrone soup last week… oh, my goodness. It’s our new favorite
Thanks.
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The Lumberjack's Wife
621 days ago
Yum! Weird . . . but yum!
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Jan
621 days ago
I absolutely LOVE this idea! I’ve never heard of it before but believe me, I will be making these and I won’t breathe a word that there are black beans in them! Good job – Mother will definitely like you best now……….
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the country cook
621 days ago
Yum! It looks like you found yourself a keeper! I’ve been wanting to make the bean brownies for quite some time. Beans add such moisture to baked goods that I’ve also thrown around the idea of adding white beans to banana bread! – http://www.delightfulcountrycookin.com
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admin
621 days ago
This is so funny! It just occurred to me that in the 60s and 70s they used to put marijuana in brownies – I have had so many hits on this post (no pun intended!) it makes me wonder if they were looking for a different kind of satisfying brownie!! Hmmmmm…!!
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Cindy Conner
621 days ago
Never heard of using black beans in brownies before! There is first time for everything. And…if you don’t tell no one they wouldn’t know would they? Be blessed. Cindy
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Dawn
620 days ago
1 point brownies! Yahoo! I’m trying them tomorrow! Thanks Sharyl!
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Tiffanee
619 days ago
Ok! You have me convinced I need to give them a try. Your pictures make me want one right off your blog. I am going to make these and not tell my family just to see the reaction!! Thanks!!
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Debbi Does Dinner Healthy
619 days ago
These ARE great, so healthy! I made them and the family had no idea. Score! If you are missing your chocolate, I totally recommend going to vitalicious and getting some triple chunk chocolate vitatops. They are 100 calories, packed with protein and fiber and DELICIOUS! They are 2 oz. which is more than a lot of bars and really, they are chocolatey and good! The other chocolate ones are good too but the Triple Chocolate ones are the best. You won’t be sorry, trust me! You can often go to HungryGirl.com for coupons otherwise email me and I probably have a coupon for 10% off or free shipping or something.
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Keepie DaNiece
616 days ago
Wow, who’d a thunk it?????
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Beth
616 days ago
What gorgeous photos and low calorie too! Definitely worth a try! Thank you for sharing your brownie recipe.
Beth
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Susan
616 days ago
Well they certainly look like the real thing–gorgeous! I must admit-I would never try this without a good strong recommendation from you. Now if I can keep myself from putting ice cream on top…:)
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gnee
615 days ago
These look decadent and the fact that they contain black beans is a protein plus! Thanks, I’ll try them.
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Chari
613 days ago
Hello…
Hehe…I have been hearing about the black bean brownies lately around blogland! Your recipe sure turned out fabulous…they look fabulous especially with the strawberries and whipped cream! I really am impressed…I’ll have to give them a try! Shhh…and I won’t even tell my family about the beans! Hehe! What a great post, my friend…thank you so much for sharing your recipe with us for Sunday Favorites!!!
I am so sorry about just now getting by for a visit! Sheeshh…I really am embarressed but it’s just been so busy at my place. I have my honey home for a week’s vacation and I’m not getting a thing done! I hope that you and your family had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!
Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
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Sharon
604 days ago
Oh my! I am trying not to laugh and wake the children. I have friends who make the BB brownies. One just took them as a snack to her son’s class at school. They were a hit! I have not tried them. Yet.
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Rachel @ Must Share...
601 days ago
Oh my goodness! I’ve been looking for a from scratch brownie recipe. I might have to try these just to satisfy my curiosity! Unbelievable!
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The Lumberjack's Wife
576 days ago
Getting ready to make these for a camping trip! My ma and pa are on WW so I think they will like this!
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LeAnna @ The Hills
562 days ago
Oh Holy Mother! I am SO trying this and can NOT wait!! I am such a health nut and have never heard of this! Thanks for sharing. You may find yourself linked to my recipe blog before too long! =)
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