Delicious Vegan BROWNIES

Vegan + Dark & Rich + Tastes like Mocha (but no coffee, no chocolate!)

Yes, we have to admit sometimes we really need to taste the rich, moist, and dense brownies. The satisfaction of such luxury is beyond description. These are the healthiest brownies without compromising those qualities we want from good brownies!

The good news is…very simple to make. Here’s the recipe:

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a 7″ round cake pan with parchment paper. If you use a larger pan, decrease the baking time as the batter will be thinner so that the batter doesn’t get too dry and hard.

1. Process the following ingredients in a food processor until smooth:

• 1 15 oz can Black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 to 3 Tbsp. “Unforgettable” roasted brown rice powder
• 1 cup Date syrup or Date paste (click the link to see how to make date paste)
• 1/2 tsp. Edible Green Sencha powder regular or water process decaf (this is a secret ingredient, and yes, it makes a difference!)
• 2 tsp. Vanilla

2. Mix the following ingredients:

• 3/4 cup Rolled oats
• 1 tsp. Baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. Baking soda

3. Add the oat mix to the processor and process until smooth.

4. Spread batter into the prepared cake pan. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, if you wish. We used hazelnuts.

5. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until nicely set, but not too dry. Cool on a wire rack.

This is a very nice recipe to make ahead. When it’s cooled, cover it with plastic and keep it in the fridge for a few days. The flavor deepens as it “ages.” When my son ate it, he thought the brownie was made with real chocolate!

This recipe was inspired by Chef AJ’s “Outrageously Healthy Brownies.” It is delicious. We hope you will give it a try!