Fibre Full Fudgy Black Bean & Sweet Potato Brownies

Soft, sweet, chocolatey brownies made with black beans, sweet potato and flaxseed for extra fibre and protein. Kid-friendly, fudgy squares perfect for lunchboxes. Keeps 3-4 days in airtight container in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 180°C and line a small 8×8 baking tin.

Step 2

Add the black beans, sweet potato, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, cacao powder and salt to a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Blend until completely smooth and thick, with no bean bits visible.

Step 4

Add the flour and flaxseed, then blend again until combined. If using oat flour, let batter sit for 5-10 minutes afterwards.

Step 5

Fold through 1/2 cup chocolate chips.

Step 6

Spread into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Sprinkle with extra chocolate chips.

Step 7

Bake for 24–26 minutes, until just set. A skewer should come out clean.

Step 8

Cool completely before slicing into squares and enjoy.