Black Bean and Avocado Brownies

So this is very close to another recipe that I have already posted on my blog, however I am a sucker for trying new sweet treats, especially if it is CHOCOLATE !! I know that I say this over and over but it is really true, It is all about modification.  I would not ever have had the success that I have if it wasn't for recipes like these that allowed me to have those sweet treats that I love. There are certain things that I just was not willing to give up for the rest of my life and I don't have to.  My kids are trying these recipes out and realizing that they are liking them as well. 

Ingredients:

• 1 - 15 oz Can of Black Beans (rinsed)
• 3 - Eggs (1 whole, 2 egg whites)
• 1/2 large extra ripe avocado
• 1 tsp coconut oil
• 2/3 cup chocolate cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup organic sugar (alternate: honey or pure maple syrup)
• 1/3 cup chocolate chips (dark chocolate) -- Plus a few for topping

Directions: 

1. Bake at 350 degrees,  You can use a cupcake pan or an 8x8 dish.  Grease the pan.
2. Mix everything except the chocolate chips in a blender/food processor. 
3. Fold in Chocolate chips.
4. Add some extra chocolate chips on top once in the pan. 
5. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes until no longer gooey. 

Makes 12 Brownie Bites - 
138 calories, 4.5 fat, 16.2 carbs, 4 protein

Recipe shared by @kayla_2010

Black Bean Browines

I am soooo excited to share this recipe with you !! I have made quite a few clean Brownie recipes and until today, they were not ones that I would share.. The others weren't bad and while I could eat them, they just didn't make the cut that I would ever make again.. And then came today.. It is that time of year that I bake my Christmas treats. I don't make the masses eat what I eat and I still make them their favorites that may not be clean. YES sometimes I NEED CHOCOLATE !!  I am so happy to report that I have my "Christmas Treat" that I can eat in moderation and not feel guilty  about. If you have a chocolate craving these will hit the spot !! Did I already mention that  these are super good.. I would bet that most folks would not even know the difference!!  I am going to have to make sure that I limit myself. I could eat the whole pan!! 

Ingredients:

• 1 (15.5 oz ) can black beans, rinsed and drained.
• 3 eggs
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup organic sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips- dark chocolate chips

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8x8 pan.  Place beans in food processor and process until mashed.  Add eggs, vanilla, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, sugar, and oil.  Process until smooth.  Pour into pan and sprinkle chocolate chips on top.  Bake for 30-35 minutes.

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