Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent chocolate chip cookie that's not just delicious, but secretly packed with nutrition. These Chocolate Chip Bean Cookies are about to blow your mind, transforming the humble black bean into a miraculous dessert that will make health-conscious foodies and sweet-tooth lovers alike jump for joy. Prepare to challenge everything you thought you knew about cookies – this recipe is about to become your new secret weapon in delightful, nutritious baking!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a food processor, combine the rinsed and drained black beans, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and no bean chunks remain.
- Add the baking powder to the bean mixture and pulse several times to incorporate it evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the bean mixture to a mixing bowl and gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are distributed evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingertips, as the dough will not spread much during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are slightly firm and the cookies look set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your black beans are thoroughly rinsed and completely drained to prevent excess moisture in the dough.
- Use a food processor for the smoothest possible texture – any remaining bean chunks can affect the cookie's consistency.
- Don't skip flattening the cookies before baking, as they won't spread naturally like traditional cookie dough.
- For extra richness, use natural peanut butter with no added sugars.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to let them set and develop a perfect texture.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips – dark chocolate can add an extra layer of indulgence.
- If the dough seems too wet, add a tablespoon of almond flour or coconut flour to help bind it.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent them from drying out.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
