Flourless Fudgy Brownies

Flourless Fudgy Brownies are rich, moist, and irresistibly decadent. Made with black beans, cocoa powder, rolled oats, maple syrup, olive oil, and mini chocolate chips, they’re packed with chocolatey goodness in every bite. So delicious, you’d never guess they’re loaded with black beans and completely flourless!

Flourless Fudgy Brownies and Black Beans

We love chocolate brownies- and especially vegan ones. So when a friend sent me a recipe for flourless brownies made with black beans, I was intrigued. She’s always on the lookout for flourless recipes and loves it when I test them out for her.

Interestingly, the main ingredient was a can of black beans, and there was no flour used at all! I was so intrigued that I had to give it a try.

The result? AMAZING! These black bean brownies were decadent, super moist, ultra-fudgy, and loaded with chocolate flavor.

Best part? The black beans are completely hidden in this recipe, making them truly unbelievable! These brownies are so delicious – I can’t wait for you to try this recipe!

Ingredients Needed for Flourless Fudgy Brownies

For these flourless fudgy brownies, you will need the following ingredients:

• 15-ounce can of black beans (1.5 cups (250g) – drained and rinsed
• 2 Tbsp. (10g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup (40g) of rolled oats (or quick oats)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup (160g) pure maple syrup (or honey)
• 2 Tbsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, and extra for the top

How to Make These Flourless Fudgy Brownies?

This flourless fudgy brownie recipe is one of the easiest recipes you will ever make. All you will need to do is measure all the rest of the ingredients and place them into a high-speed blender or food processor (but hold the chips), and puree. It is that easy! Here, we will go through each step to make these flourless black bean brownies.

Step 1: First, preheat the oven to 350F degrees (176 °C).

Step 2: Open the can of black beans and rinse them under cold running water for about 1 minute. Then drain well. Transfer the beans to your blender or food processor.

Step 3: Measure all the rest of the ingredients, except the chocolate chips, and add them to your blender. Then puree on high speed for about 2 to 3 minutes, until creamy smooth. Open the lid, and stir in the chocolate chips.

Final Step: Pour the batter into a greased 8×8 baking pan, or use parchment paper for easy cleanup. Scatter a few chips on top.

Bake on the center rack in the oven for 18 to 25 minutes, depending on your oven. Remove and allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting. Best to place the pan into your refrigerator to cool completely. This will set the brownies quickly.

Storing and Freezing

To Store: Let them cool completely first. Cut them into individual squares and either transfer to a container lined with parchment paper or wrap each brownie tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper. Store them on your counter, or keep them chilled in the fridge. They will stay fresh for days.

To Freeze: Place the wrapped brownies in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag. Also, freezing them individually is ideal, especially since you can pull one out whenever a chocolate craving hits!

A Healthier Snack

When you have a chocolate craving, why not go for something healthier that will soothe it? Bake a batch of these black bean flourless fudgy brownies, and keep them in your fridge or freezer so you can enjoy them for days! Everyone will go bonkers over them – but don’t spoil the fun – give them the chance to guess the secret ingredient. Have fun!

Enjoy!

More Flourless Recipes!

• Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free)
• Easiest Flourless Chocolate Cake
• Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Pecan Cookies (Flourless)
• Easy Orange Coconut Macaroons

Your comments help us! Are you cooking and baking with us?  If you make these flourless fudgy brownies, leave a comment with stars on our recipe card! And, thank you! This recipe was slightly adapted from Katie Higgins.

Happy & Healthy Baking! 🙂

xo anna and liz