Ingredients

• black beans (cooked and drained) - 1 can (15 oz)
• oats - 1 cup
• cocoa powder - ½ cup
• peanut butter - ½ cup
• honey or maple syrup - ⅓ cup
• vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• baking powder - 1 tsp
• salt - ¼ tsp
• chocolate chips - ½ cup

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.

2. 2.

   In a blender or food processor, combine black beans, oats, cocoa powder, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.

3. 3.

   Fold in the chocolate chips into the batter.

4. 4.

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

5. 5.

   Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. 6.

   Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.

7. 7.

   Enjoy your protein-packed chocolate brownies!