Healthy Living
Black Bean Brownies
Not only will this tasty, moist and delicious treat satisfy your sweet tooth, it is also low in fat and salt, and a heart healthy snack you’ll want to share. Plus, it’s super easy (but no one has to know).
Ingredients:
1 box of low fat brownie mix
1 15-ounce can (no salt added) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup of water
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
Directions:
- Place brownie mix in medium mixing bowl.
- In blender or food processor, puree black beans and water until smooth.
- Add bean mixture, cinnamon, vanilla and cayenne pepper to brownie mix. Mix well.
- Bake according to package directions on the brownie mix. Once cooled, cut into 18 equal squares.
Nutritional Information:
Per brownie: 121 calories; Total Fat: 2 grams; Total Carbs: 25 grams; Fiber: 2.5 grams; Sugar: 15 grams; Protein: 2 grams; Sodium: 127 milligrams
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