Fudgy Protein Brownies

Ingredients

• 1 tin (400g) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 eggs
• 4 tbsp cocoa powder
• 60g chocolate protein powder
• 4 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 50g dark chocolate chips

Method

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a 20cm square tin.

2. 2

   Blend black beans until smooth.

3. 3

   Mix in eggs, cocoa, protein powder, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, baking powder, and salt.

4. 4

   Fold in chocolate chips.

5. 5

   Pour into tin and bake 18–20 minutes. The centre should be slightly fudgy.

6. 6

   Cool completely before cutting into 12 squares.