Ingredients
2 tbsp. Chia Seeds
400g Black Beans (low sodium can, drained & rinsed)
200g Ground Almonds (I used almond meal)
200g Apple Puree (I used 100% canned whole apples)
200mL Milk (enriched protein vita soy or skim milk)
4 tbsp. Honey
1 tsp. Vanilla Essence
10g Stevia Sweetener (I used sachets)
8 tbsp. Cacao Powder
Salt (small pinch)
100g mixed raw or dry roasted nuts (for crunch)
Method
Soak the chia seeds in 1/2 cup of water for roughly 30 minutes
Preheat oven to 180 degrees
Line a baking tray with baking paper
Apples – place 200g into a pot with Ā¼ cup of water, let them simmer and stew in pot until slightly soft. Add cinnamon and a little vanilla. Alternatively, you can use already pureed apple sauce, however I find this is much tastier, fresh and nutritious
Use a food processor to blend all ingredients except the whole nuts
Once all blended and of smooth consistency, mix through the whole nuts
Pour mixture into the baking tray
Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until a knife or pick come outs clean
Allow brownies to cool for 30 minutes, they will set post oven so be patient!
Nutrition Benefits
High Fibre
High Protein
Plant Based (if you use enriched soy milk)
Natural Sugar
Healthier Treat, still being mindful of quantity š
Note: might need some melted 70% dark chocolate drizzled on top or some sort of icing if you prefer richer!
