Begin by placing 1 cup of oats into your blender or food processor and blend for less than a minute until they are nice and powdery to make oat flour. I have lots of other recipes that use oat flour as well.
Next, drain and rinse one can of cooked black beans or use 1.5 cups of your own freshly cooked beans. I like to place my beans in a colander and run water over them to rinse well.
Go ahead and add the beans and all other ingredients (EXCEPT the chocolate chips and walnuts) to your blender or food processor. Blend until nice and smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Hopefully, your blender has a tamper that allows you to keep the ingredients moving smoothly, so it doesn’t have to be stopped and started so much. If the batter is just too thick, add a splash more of almond milk and blend a bit more.
Spoon the batter into a mixing bowl and add the dairy-free chocolate chips and walnut pieces. Fold them together well with a sturdy spoon or spatula.
Evenly distribute the batter into an 8×8 baking dish lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking to the sides. Use a spatula or spoon to smooth out the top. I like to sprinkle the top with a few extra chocolate chips and walnuts but that is completely optional. Bake at 350°F for approximately 20-25 minutes until you see the edges begin to get darker brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool before serving.
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Your Questions Answered:
Q: Are black bean brownies vegan? These are vegan because there are no eggs or dairy used.
Q: Can black bean brownies be made gluten-free? Yes, and because we use oat flour in these, they are gluten-free.
Q: Can I make my own beans instead of using can beans? Absolutely! This recipe calls for 1.5 cups of beans canned or fresh.
Q: What can I use to substitute for brown sugar? Date sugar, date syrup, and maple syrup are great options.
Q: What if my batter seems too thick? This will make a pretty thick batter, but if you see that it needs to be thinned down a bit, simply add a tablespoon or two extra plant milk.
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