Unleash the power of your ninja blender with a game-changing Ninja Blender recipe that will redefine your brownie experience! These Soft and Fudgy Black Bean Brownies are not only a breeze to make using your trusty ninja blender, but they also boast a rich, indulgent flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing – and the best part? No one will suspect they’re packed with wholesome black beans!
I never even dreamed of using my Ninja blender to make baked goods until I discovered an Old Fashioned Apple Cookie recipe.
And, just yesterday, I found another way to use it – Black Bean Brownies.
My Ninja Blender (this one is similar to ours – affiliate link) was a wonderful Christmas gift (we gave ourselves, I believe) a few years ago, and I love it. It’s powerful enough to whir through ice cubes to make yummy smoothies – and it made this Black Bean Brownie recipe like a charm!
Why You’ll Love this Ninja Blender Recipe – Black Bean Brownies
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- Smooth & Sneaky – Black beans are pureed into the brownie mixture, making them undetectable.
- Rich Chocolate Flavor – No bean taste, just pure chocolatey goodness.
- Healthy Twist – A nutrient-packed alternative to traditional brownies.
- Gluten-Free – A great dessert option for those avoiding gluten.
- Quick & Easy – Made effortlessly in a Ninja blender with simple ingredients.
Ingredients you’ll need for the best black bean brownies:
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for specific measurements. It’s printable for your convenience so you can print it off and put it in your recipe binder if you’d like!
- Black beans (drained and rinsed) – The secret ingredient that makes these brownies moist and fudgy while adding protein and fiber.
- Melted butter – Adds richness and helps create a smooth, velvety texture.
- Eggs – Help bind the ingredients together and give structure to the brownies.
- White sugar – Sweetens the brownies and balances the deep cocoa flavor.
- Salt – Enhances the chocolate flavor and balances the sweetness.
- Baking powder – Helps the brownies rise and creates a soft texture.
- Pure vanilla extract – Adds warmth and enhances the overall flavor.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder – Gives the brownies their deep, rich chocolate taste.
- Dark chocolate chips – Melt into the batter for extra gooey, chocolatey bites.
Step by Step Instructions for Ninja Blender Black Bean Brownies
Steps for mixing black bean brownies in a Ninja blender
- Add the black beans to the blender and pulse it a few times.
- Pour in the melted butter and turn on the blender for about 1 minute started to smooth out the mixture.
- Add the eggs all at once and mix until smooth and well incorporated.
- Add in all the remaining ingredients (except the chocolate chips) and blend until it is mixed together well.
- Remove the Ninja blender container from the base and remove the center blade. Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the sides of the blender well and stir.
Pour brownie batter into parchment lined pan and sprinkle with chocolate chips. 
Once baked & cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan and slice.
Additional tips for this Ninja Blender Black Bean Brownie recipe:
- I just treated myself to a new baking pan and this was the first recipe I’ve tried it on. It worked amazing! This professional 8 x 8 inch pan is made so the corners are nice and square – making the brownies all have sharp corners. I love how uniform each piece is! It also has a nifty non-stick base, and they came out of the pan like a dream.
- I’m usually super impatient when it comes to cutting brownies, but this time I waited until they were completely cool before slicing. Turns out, that really helps! In fact, I put them in the freezer for about 15 minutes after they had cooled completely. Then I warmed up my largest chef’s knife in hot water and dried it off between each slice. It worked like a charm. The warm knife easily sliced its way through the brownie, and melted the chocolate chips along the way so it came out nice and neat.
This black bean brownie recipe was inspired by this Black Bean Brownies post I wrote for Kids Activities Blog.
For other dessert recipes, you might want to check out:
- Texas Brownies
- Peanut Butter Fudge Bars
- 4-H Chocolate Brownies
- No Bake Scotcheroos – a delightful Rice Krispies Treat!
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Black Bean Brownies - A Delicious Ninja Blender Recipe
Create these flourless, fudgy black bean brownies in your blender! This gluten-free treat provides a wonderful dessert option without traditional flour ingredients.
Ingredients
Method
- Set your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8 x 8 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- Begin by placing the black beans into the Ninja blender and pulsing a few times to break them down. After the beans are partially crushed, add the butter and blend for approximately one minute, or until the mixture begins to smoothen. Stop the mixer, add the eggs, replace the lid, and blend again until the consistency becomes uniform. Use a spatula to scrape the sides while the blender is off, then incorporate all remaining ingredients (except the chocolate chips) and blend until fully combined.
- Take the Ninja blender container off the base and carefully detach the center blade. Use a spatula to stir the batter a few times in the bowl to ensure everything is well mixed.
- Transfer the brownie batter into the parchment-lined pan and top with chocolate chips. Bake for 24 to 27 minutes at 350°F, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean. Allow the brownies to cool entirely before lifting them from the pan and cutting into squares.
