Ingredients
- A single tablespoon of luscious coconut oil
- Two and a half tablespoons of pure water
- A generous tablespoon of nutritious flaxseed meal
- One can of no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounces)
- A half cup of sweet coconut sugar
- Half of a ripe avocado, peeled gently
- Two teaspoons of fragrant coconut oil
- Two-thirds of a cup of rich cocoa powder
- A quarter teaspoon of baking soda for that perfect rise
- A quarter teaspoon of baking powder to enhance fluffiness
- One-third cup of vegan chocolate chips, with extra for garnishing
Step 1
Begin by preheating the oven to a cozy 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and prepare a charming 8-inch square baking dish by generously greasing it with a dollop of delightful coconut oil.
Step 2
In a sweet culinary dance, combine water and flaxseed meal in a dainty bowl to create a velvety "flax egg"; allow it to rest and thicken for approximately 5 minutes.
Step 3
Next, in a food processor, blend together the flax egg, luscious black beans, coconut sugar, creamy avocado, and a touch of coconut oil until the concoction is harmoniously united. Introduce cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder to the mix, blending until the batter reaches a blissfully smooth consistency, which should take around 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 4
Gently transfer this delectable batter into a spacious bowl, where you can lovingly fold in a generous amount of chocolate chips. Pour this chocolate-infused goodness into the waiting baking dish, ensuring the top is tenderly smoothed out.
Step 5
Allow this masterpiece to bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into its heart emerges clean and content, typically around 25 minutes. Once ready, cut this creation into 16 delectable bars and sprinkle with a final flourish of extra chocolate chips for an added touch of decadence.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Keep your avocados at the perfect ripeness by storing them in a paper bag with a banana. The ethylene gas emitted by the banana will help speed up the ripening process.
- 2. Store your black beans in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer. You can also freeze cooked black beans in a resealable bag for quick and easy use in recipes.






