Vegan black bean brownies

Recipe by Minimalist Baker, shared in my December 2016 archives.

Ingredients for 12 brownies

• 2 heaped tbsp ground flaxseed

• 6 tbsp water

• One 15-oz can black beans, rinsed and drained

• 3 tbsp melted coconut oil

• ¾ cup cocoa powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• A heaped ½ cup finely ground cane sugar

• 1½ tsp baking powder

• Optional: walnuts, pecans or dairy-free chocolate chips

Method

1. Let the flaxseed and water thicken for a few minutes.

2. Blend with the remaining ingredients, excluding toppings, until smooth. Loosen with 1 to 2 tbsp water if necessary.

3. Divide between 12 greased standard muffin wells and add your chosen toppings.

4. Bake at 350 °F for 20 to 26 minutes, until the tops are dry and the edges release.

5. Cool for 30 minutes before unmoulding.

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