Peppermint Chocolate Fudge Brownies

Peppermint Chocolate Fudge Brownies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Ingredients:

1 can Black beans, rinsed
1 cup egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon instant coffee
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1-2 teaspoons peppermint extract (depending on taste)
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup raisins

OR

For a real holiday treat omit the walnuts and raisins and replace with 1 cup chopped candy canes :) Save some for when the cake is done to sprinkle on top.

Directions:

1. In a food processor, blend all the ingredients except the walnuts and raisins, until smooth.
2. Pour the batter into a bowl and then fold in the raisins and walnuts.
3. Line a 9" cake pan with parchement paper and grease the edges.
5. Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.