# What You Need:
→ Beans & Base
01 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/3 cup neutral oil (e.g., canola or sunflower)
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Sweeteners & Chocolate
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
07 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
08 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping (optional)
→ Leavening & Flavor
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a food processor or blender, combine the black beans, eggs, neutral oil, and vanilla extract. Blend until completely smooth.
03 - Add the granulated sugar, maple syrup, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to the blended mixture. Blend until thoroughly combined, scraping down the sides as necessary.
04 - Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula, avoiding additional blending.
05 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface. Optionally, sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top.
06 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean with slight fudgy crumbs.
07 - Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 12 squares.
