From The North Grove Kitchen: Blender Black Bean Brownies

Makes: 12 brownies

Ready in: 30-35 minutes

This recipe is a favourite with our Child Development team! It's easy and affordable to make and it's a good way to sneak some healthy protein into your kids' dessert!

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 3 eggs

• 3 tbsp. vegetable oil

• 1/4 cup cocoa powder

• 1/4 tsp. salt

• 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp. vanilla extract (or maple syrup)

• 3/4 cup sugar

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8x8" baking dish.

2. Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a blender. Blend until smooth.

3. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Sprinkle the chocolate chips, if using, over the top of the mixture.

4. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is dry and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the dish. Insert a toothpick near the centre - it is cooked when the toothpick comes out clean.

5. Cool on a wire rack, cut into bars and enjoy!

If you want to share any photos of your cooking or have any questions please feel free to get in touch with Marlee at mlacourciere@thenorthgrove.ca.