Black Bean Brownies with Pomegranates are made super easy with your favorite boxed brownie mix. These brownies are loaded with protein and fiber.
I have a confession to make, I cheated making these brownies. I wanted to make brownies from scratch, but instead I got sick and had to think fast.
So I cheated with handy dandy boxed brownie mix. And they came out heavenly.
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These bars would be extra delicious with some Apple Chai Latte, Eggnog Latte, Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate or even some Spiked Apple Cider!
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Why You Should Make These Black Bean Brownies
Most likely hearing beans in your brownie recipe sounds a little scary, but I promise you can't taste the beans in here at all! They create a fudgier texture and the pomegranates add a subtle sweetness.
These delicious black bean brownies contain only 50 calories, 5 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber each. You don't have to sacrifice flavor when it comes to eating healthy.
If you don't like pomegranates you can easily leave them out or substitute with one of my suggestions below.
Substitutions for Pomegranates in These Black Bean Brownies
- Chocolate chips- I love using these vegan chocolate chips which are also GMO free and allergy friendly. You can also use these sugar free chocolate chips which I love to use for low carb and sugar free baking.
- Caramel Chips- These sugar free salted caramel chips are my favorite add-ins for healthier baking.
- Walnuts- These walnuts are finely chopped which makes them the perfect addition to baked goods. Walnuts also add some healthy fats as well.
- Sliced almonds- One of my favorite nuts, these almonds add healthy fats and the perfect crunch.
- Sunflower seeds- This might seem weird to some of you but these salty sunflower seeds add just enough salt and a whole lot of these black bean brownies.
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Black Bean Brownies with Pomegranates
Ingredients
- I box brownie mix I used Trader Joe's
- 15 ounces black beans 1 can
- 1 cup water
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Lightly grease 8 x 8 baking pan.
- Take can of beans and one cup of water and place in blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Mix with brownie mix until well combined. Fold in pomegranates.
- Pour into prepared pan and bake for 25-28 minute or until toothpick comes out clean when placed in the center. Cool on wire rack.
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
I've made black bean cupcakes, but love that you added them to a mix to make it even easier. I want to try with a gluten free brownie mix!
Catherine
Dear Lauren, I have heard so much about black bean brownies but I have never made them before. I have too make a note of it...especially after seeing these! Your brownies look so rich and moist...and simple too! Will pin. xo, Catherine
heather+@french+press
I've always wanted to try black bean brownies, and I LOVE that you used a box 🙂 they look terrific
Marjory+@+Dinner-Mom
These have been on my bucket list for so long! Love the addition of pomegranate!
Cate+@+Chez+CateyLou
I love a good easy recipe!! Sometimes, you just need to use a box mix! I've never tried using black beans in brownies but I really want to. I love the idea!
genevieve+@+gratitude+&+greens
Oooo, I've wanted to try black bean brownies for ages! These sound delicious, I love that you added pomegranate!
heather+@french+press
I've always wanted to try black bean brownies - they look SO fudgy
Kristen+@+A+Mind+Full+Mom
I make black bean brownies all the time...but the addition of pomegrante is genius!
Bridget
Perhaps you meant a 8x8 pan instead of 9x13? You said the yield is 12 small brownies. I am thinking 12 brownies in a 9x13 would be pretty big brownies!
lauren.kelly
YES! Thank you Bridget, I will correct that now!
Bridget
Sure thing! And thanks for the recipe. I am making these with TJs GF brownie mix right NOW! 🙂
lauren.kelly
Awesome, Bridget! I hope you like them!
Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge)
I've honestly never tried any bean brownie recipes but these look so delicious and fudgy! Love the addition of pomegranate seeds!
lauren
Thank you Alex! Hope you like them 🙂
lauren.kelly
Hi Christy! Look for one that is Organic or even Gluten-Free. Read the ingredients and make sure there are no trans fats or too much sugar. Let me know how they turn out 🙂
Christy
I don't have a Trader Joe's...what other brand of mix would you recommend that I could use with good results in this recipe? These look so good!!!
Mary
Can you use canned black bean or black bean paste instead?
lauren.kelly
Hi Mary! Canned black beans would be great in this recipe. Hope you like it!