Showing posts with label Black Bean Brownies. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Black Bean Brownies. Show all posts

Monday, June 9, 2008

Black Bean Brownies

Yes, you read that right. Black Bean Brownies. This is not your typical "I'll-substitute-something to-take-the-place-of-fat, and-even-though-they-won't-taste-good, I'll-still-eat-them-because-
they'll-be-low-in-points" kind of recipe. You really can't taste the black beans. Really.

Here's a little proof of the tastiness of this recipe:










My kids love these brownies, and they have no idea that they're made with a can of black beans instead of water, oil and eggs! If a three and a five-year-old will eat them, anyone will! These brownies are near the top of the list of recipes I have discovered since starting Weight Watchers.

Black Bean Brownies

1 box low-fat brownie mix (I use the Betty Crocker brand, 13X9 family size--get it at Walmart)
1 can black beans

Do not rinse or drain the black beans (I know, I know... just trust me). Pour beans and juice into a food processor and puree until smooth. I'm sure a blender would work fine too. In a large bowl, combine the beans with the brownie mix, stir until combined. Spray a 13X9 pan with cooking spray and pour in the brownie mix. Add 10-12 minutes to the cooking time on the box. Mine usually cook for a total of about 37 minutes. Let cool, cut and enjoy.

You can cut the pan into 18 squares or 20--both work out to 2 Points per square. It is a pretty good sized brownie--especially when brownies are usually 5 points or more.