These black bean brownies are everything you could possibly wantmoist, rich and fudgy with big chocolate flavor.

Black beans not only enhance the texture but also give these brownies a nutritional boost!

Packed with protein, fiber and essential vitamins, black beans make this dessert satisfying.

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Plus they stand in for flour, making the brownies gluten-free.

Instant coffee enhances the cocoa flavor that is deepened further by the chocolate chips.

Keep reading for our expert tips, including what add-ins work well in these brownies.

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Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1(15-oz.)

Coat a 9-inch-square baking pan with cooking spray.

Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, spreading into an even layer.

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Sprinkle 12 cup chocolate chips over the top.

Look for unsweetened cocoa powder in the baking aisle of major supermarkets.

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

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an image of the Black Bean Brownies

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley