Black Bean Brownies with Walnuts

These brownies are loaded with essential fatty acids, fiber, and protein that all work to control the release of sugar into the blood. These also are more fudge like consistency.

Ingredients:

1, 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed very well

2 tbsp cocoa powder (add a little extra if desired)

1/2 cup quick oats

1/4 tsp salt

1/3 cup pure maple syrup or agave

2 stevia packs

1/4 cup coconut oil

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 cup walnuts

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 F.
Combine all ingredients except the walnuts in a good food processor, and blend until completely smooth, 2-3 minutes (A blender can work if you absolutely must, but the texture—and even the taste—will be much better in a food processor.)
Pour into an oiled 8×8 pan. Mix in the walnuts. Optional: sprinkle extra walnuts over the top.
Cook 15-18 minutes, then let cool at least 10 minutes before trying to cut. Makes 9-12 brownies.

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