In an era of food blogs and health-conscious living, there’s no shortage of recipes that combine the indulgence of dessert with the benefits of superfoods. One trend we especially love is the incorporation of beans into classic sweet treats. Beans contain fiber and protein that make anything they’re added to a lot more nutritious without adding unpleasant flavor. Throw in some chocolate, and no one needs to know a thing. From brownies to cookies, this nutritional secret is the best way to have your cake and eat it too!
5 Ingredient No-Bake Fiber-Packed Brownies
This recipe by The Kitchen Doctor and Mum is an easy and healthy way to indulge whenever you’re in the mood for chocolate. It’s simple and doesn’t even require an oven. She gives the option to cook your own beans but also mentions that she’s chosen canned beans for convenience. Check out the recipe on her Instagram post here.
Pumpkin Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookies
We’re not done with pumpkin season just yet. These cookies put a seasonal twist on a classic treat while incorporating the health benefits that come with chickpeas. The beans are tasteless but add protein and fiber to create a cookie you can feel great about eating. Alec Treffers includes the recipe on her Instagram post here.
