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chocolate black bean cupcakes
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5 from 1 vote

Black Bean Chocolate Cupcakes

Moist, delicious and decandent choclate cupcakes
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Keyword: dairy free, gluten free, healthy snacks
Servings: 12
Author: Nina Lane

Equipment

  • Blender
  • muffin pan
  • muffin pan paper liner
  • small bowl

Ingredients

  • 15.5 ounce black beans (canned, reduced sodium, drained and rinsed)
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 5 tbsp coconut oil extra virgin
  • ¾ cup cane sugar
  • 5 tbsp cocoa powder dark is best
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Place large paper liners in muffin pan.
  • Add black beans, 4 eggs, vanilla extract, sugar and coconut oil to the blend. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  • In a small bowl gently mix cocoa powder, baking powder and baking soda.
  • Add dry ingredients to the blender.
  • Blend on high for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake for about 20-25 minutes until cupcakes are completely cooked. I find 22 minutes perfect.
  • Optional: Allow to cool completely before icing.
  • If using a mini muffin pan reduce baking time to 16-18 minutes.