Liver Friendly Recipe: Black Bean Brownies
Black Bean Brownies
Preparation and cook time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups black beans (one 15 oz. can) drained and rinsed very well
- 2 tbsp. cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut or vegetable oil
- 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup to 2/3 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a food processor and blend until completely smooth.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, and then pour into a greased 8×8 pan. Optional: sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top.
- Cook the black bean brownies 15-18 minutes, then let cool at least 10 minutes before trying to cut.
Approximate Nutrition Details per 1 slice (makes 9-12 brownies)
- Calories 115
- Fat 5.5g
- Carbohydrates 15 g
- Fiber 3g
- Protein 2.5g
I’d like to be able to print the reciepe.
Hi Deborah, thanks for your interest in this recipe!
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Which cookbook would you recommend for meal planning and recipes.
Thanks
Janet
Hi Janet,
Thank you for reaching out to us with your great question. Our go-to recommendation for a health & diet guide would be the book “Healing Fatty Liver Disease” by Dr. Matitrei Raman. This is a great resource suitable for those with or without fatty liver disease, as it includes over 100 liver-healthy recipes and will provide you with tips on how to maintain a proper diet. If you have any further questions, please contact us our National Support Line toll-free at 1 (800) 563-5483 Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM EST or anytime at clf@liver.ca
Thanks!
I found out I have a fatty liver today. You’re website has been a comforting source of information, thank you. The recipes your organization posted for the public are a valuable gift since what I had been finding were just simple lists of basic foods to eat and that didn’t help in my boring food panic attack. Much appreciated ❤️
Hi Jennifer,
We’re so happy to hear that! If you have any further questions trying to understand your diagnosis of fatty liver disease, please our National Support Line toll-free at 1 (800) 563-5483 Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM EST or anytime at clf@liver.ca. You can also take a look at some practical tips and information for combating fatty liver disease on http://www.liver.ca/CheckYourEngine.
Hello! I do not have a food processor, but I want to make this recipe so bad! Will it work if I mash beans by hand, use a sieve etc? Thanks
Thanks for your question Julia, we have not tried doing it that way, however give it a try and let us know. I hope it works out.
Hi I was just diagnosed with fatty liver and have been looking at the recipes they sound delicious can not wait to try them. Thanks for being so handy. Judy
Came across this recipe in Pinterest and been in love with your blog ever since.. I tried it today with whatever I could get a hold of and it was super yummy!!! Thank you
Is the Mediterran Diet a good plan to follow if you have fatty liver disease?
Hi Wendy,
Over the last few years, there has been a good amount of research that demonstrated a beneficial effect of a Mediterranean diet in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The Mediterranean diet, which typically encompasses low intake of saturated fats and animal proteins, high antioxidants and fibers, and with an adequate omega-3 to omega-6 fatty balance, represents a healthy dietary pattern, which has been shown to decrease cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes. Although the results from the available studies are encouraging and particularly attractive for its potential to improve liver status, there is still a need for more research trials with larger sample sizes, along with a better evaluation system to assess obedience to the specific Mediterranean diet, before including it as a therapeutic dietary pattern in NAFLD. It is very important to note that lifestyle interventions based on exercise and a balanced diet, are considered the foundation of NAFLD management. Please feel free to connect with us if you require more information. Check our our support programs here: https://www.liver.ca/support-programs-and-services/