Looking for a healthy alternative to a traditional chocolate brownie? How about Gluten Free Sweet Potato Black Bean Brownies?
So, you are probably thinking: are they any good?
Yes!!! Especially when they are eaten slightly chilled.
I thought they were super moist and cakey and fudgey and I absolutely loved them! The unique combination of sweet potato and black beans make these brownies decadent and rich, without the added saturated fats, sugar and calories. So if you are trying to eat healthier and still craving a special treat… these Gluten Free Sweet Potato Black Bean Brownies should satisfy that craving.
As an added bonus, I can assure you that they are the easiest brownies that you will ever make from scratch.
If you have a food processor, combine all of the ingredients and just pulse until the mixture comes together. I should mention that the sweet potato does need to cooked prior to adding it in the blender, so you do need to factor in the baking time. I should also mention that this recipe comes together fairly easily with a whisk and a bowl, just in case you don’t have a food processor.
As you probably know, black beans are classified as legumes and as such are considered nutritional power houses. They are a great source of fiber and protein, along with so many vitamins and minerals.
Origins of the recipe for Gluten Free Sweet Potato Black Bean Brownies:
One of the best things about having a blog is the wonderful food conversations and recipe sharing that I have had with so many of you that have a passion for food. What a privilege that is for me! Would you believe that just this week, three of my colleagues shared a different brownie recipe with me? Well, I just had to try them!
I decided to start with the healthier version of a brownie. This recipe was given to me by my colleague Terry. The original recipe can be found at The Chew.
Just in case you are interested, here are some of the changes I made: I replaced the butter with buttermilk, I decreased the salt, and I sprinkled some dark chocolate chips over the top of the batter… just for the added joy that they bring 😉 If you do not have buttermilk, you can use applesauce.
The verdict: a cakey, fudgey brownie that I will definitely be making again!
If you like chocolaty, moist and healthy desserts you have to try these Gluten Free Sweet Potato Black Bean Brownies!
Gluten Free Sweet Potato Black Bean Brownies
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup hot coffee
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips semisweet
- 1 cup sweet potato cooked
- 1/2 cup black beans canned, pureed
- 3 tablespoons buttermilk or applesauce
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips optional for topping the cake
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉ (175°C) .
- Grease and flour (or use non-stick spray) an 8 x 8 square pan.
- Add hot coffee to chocolate chips and set aside.
- Combine the rest of the ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth.
- Add the hot coffee and chocolate chip mixture (mix together before adding).
- Combine thoroughly together.
- Pour batter into greased 8 x 8 pan.
- Sprinkle dark chocolate chips over the top of the batter (if desired).
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until cake appears set and tester comes out clean.
- Transfer pan to a rack where it can cool down for about 15 minutes.
- Cut into pieces and serve.
- Refrigerate leftovers.
Notes
Nutrition
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Ciao for now!
Maria 🙂
Julie Sorbo
I cooked the sweet potatoes skin on in the instant pot 15 minutes manual high pressure 15 minutes natural pressure release – then open the instant pot valve and the peels slip right off – super easy. I used 1 can black beans rinsed and drained to make 2 batches of brownies. 1 large sweet potato each is about 1 cup. I pureed the sweet potatoes with the black beans and buttermilk in the little single serve ninja. This makes the beans easier to process because it isn’t as thick this way. Then I followed the rest of the recipe as written, using a hand mixer. The brownies are outstanding! We will serve them again for our Memorial Day Cookout! <3 My husband is a picky eater and his review was “Wow! Yummy!”
Maria
Amazing Julie! Thanks so much for sharing! This will definitely help the readers that use the instant pot.
JUDITH
*OOPS, not only did I love them, so did my husband 🤨
Judi
I just made these last night and they are terrific. Not only did I love them, do did my husband(who does not eat beans!) I will definitely been making these again. Thank you!
Maria
Thanks so much for taking the time to share Judi! I am thrilled to read this!
Tarra Chin
Love these brownies! So moist and delicious and easy to make.
Maria
Thanks so much Tarra.
Ur pal val
Hard to believe that black beans can create such a chocolaty flavour. Great recipe… thanks for sharing 🙂
Maria
Glad you enjoyed it. Appreciate your comment, thanks for stopping by 🙂
Lau
Nice flavor when chilled. Maybe I needed to bake it longer but reminds me more of a cheesecake consistency thank brownie. Either way, delicious!
Maria
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to comment, appreciate it 🙂
deb@glutenfreefarina
These look amazing. Love the addition of sweet potato with black bean. Pinned it to try soon. Thanks.
Maria
Thanks Deb! It makes for a healthy flavor combination. Hope you like them. Appreciate you taking the time to comment:)
Barbarito-Levitt Paula
Who doesn’t like moist! I will definitely give these a try, not just for gluten free friends, they look amazing!
Candace
I am not a coffee drinker. What can I use in place of coffee? Thanks.
Maria
Hi Candace, the coffee will enhance the flavor of the chocolate. That being said, there is only 1/3 cup of coffee in the recipe… if you are willing to try, my suggestion would be to just eliminate it from the recipe. Please note this is only a suggestion as I have not made the recipe without the coffee. If you decide to try it, I would love to hear about the results. Appreciate your comment 🙂
Jovina Coughlin
Looks delicious.
Maria
Thanks so much Jovina! Buon Natale !