These blonde beauty brownies that i am sharing with you are made with a secret ingredient. They are super simple to create, packed full of nutrients and tasty!

 

These lovelies are made with white (Cannellini) beans, maple syrup, organic peanut butter and dark chocolate chips. A soft, creamy and rich dough consistency that tastes like a chocolate chip cookie. It is a vegan and gluten free style of brownie that can easily be whipped up in just a few minutes and baked with real food ingredients for your loved ones at home. Guilt free goodness.

 

Beans are a great alternative to incorporate into snacks and treats for added nutrients. They are highly rich in fiber and protein without be overloaded with calories. There are many benefits with this simple staple food item. Read on for more details followed by the recipe.

 

 

HEALTH BENEFITS OF BEANS

 

WEIGHTLOSS

These beans are very low in calories while providing a feeling of fullness to your meals.

 

REGULATES GLUCOSE LEVELS

Cannellini beans have the ability to help maintain healthy and normal blood sugar levels. Healthy amounts are normal but as a spike in blood sugar results commonly with diabetes which is quite destructive and impacts many people in the USA about 3 million each year. The amylase inhibitor helps to fight this problem and reduce the risk of diabetes due to high fiber content. Proper fiber consumption is vital in preventing the risk of diseases. the Academy of Nutrition and Diatetics recommends a high fiber diet like whole grains, beans, veggies, fruit and nuts.

 

HEART HEALTH

These beans help to protect your heart by lowering LDL levels in your system to reduce coronary heart disease. By eating a healthy diet it is very likely to regulate your cholesterol levels while being much safer than dangerous medications many doctors prescribe along with side effects too.

 

CANCER PREVENTION

Beans have an antioxidant level which helps to fight oxidative stress caused by free radicals in your diet and surroundings. They also contain polyphenols, an antioxidant, which decreases the risk of heart disease and cancer. Definitely a cancer fighting food item to incorporate to your natural clean diet.

 

SKIN PROTECTION

Beans play a powerful role in protecting your skin by the content it contains of ferulic acid which prevents sun damage. A study from the Duke University says when added as a topical solution of vitamin C and E, it doubled the protection of sunblock offered and reduced skin cell death when exposed to excessive rays. Wow!

 

GREAT FOR CROHN’S DISEASE PATIENTS

Recent research suggests that a plant based dietary fiber may actually help treat the disease. So, it’s a good idea to include these beans in your clean diet.

 

 

 

The best thing about these wonderful beans is they are valuable source of several nutrients, plus almost 25% of the daily recommended fiber intake. Just one serving contains 90 calories, 80mg of calcium, 19g carbohydrates, 7g of protein, 6g fiber and 270mg of potassium.

 

 

 

NOW…….for the recipe details

 

 

 

 

YIELDS: 16

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

1 can 15ounce of white beans, or dry

1/2 cup peanut butter, organic

1/3 cup maple, or honey

1 tsp vanilla

1/2 tsp sea salt

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp baking soda

1/3 cup dark chocolate chips

 

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven 350 degrees.

Grease a 8×8 inch glass or non-stick baking dish with oil or butter.

In a food processor, mix all ingredients until smooth except for the chocolate chips.

Add the chocolate chips and blend well together. Remove the mixture into the [prepared baking dish and distribute evenly with a spoon. You may sprinkle more chips or any other extras on the surface.

Place in the oven and let cook for about 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges or toothpick comes out clean in center.

Let cool completely for 10 minutes to allow to set. Then slice about 16 bars depending on size.

 

 

TIPS:

For cake like add in one egg.

You may replace or add in any other toppings like nuts, dried fruits or seeds.

You may warm up or have it chilled and store in refrigerator for about a week.

 

 

 

 

NUTRITIONAL CONTENT: 90 calories per serving; total fat 4.6g; sodium 213mg; potassium 82mg; total carbohydrates 10g; dietary fiber 1.9g; sugars 5.7g; protein 3.2g; vitamin C 1%; calcium 2% and iron 7%.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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