Walnut Bean Brownies,
Egg-free, Gluten-free, GFCF
Puree walnuts in blender or food processor to make 1/2 cup meal, plus 1/2 cup for topping (optional).
Remove walnut meal and set aside.
Add to blender or food processor:
2 cups room temperature cooked navy beans (soak in hot water first if beans are cold, then strain) Note: I think red or black beans would work also.
1 tbsp Chia Seed Meal (I grind my seeds in a Magic Bullet or coffee grinder)
1/4 cup grapeseed oil or coconut oil, liquified
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup coconut milk
1/4 tsp vanilla liquid stevia
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp apple cider vinegar
Puree very well.
Add:
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup walnut meal
Puree.
Scoop into greased square baking dish.
Optional: Top with extra walnut meal or dairy-free chocolate chips.
Bake at 325 for about 30 minutes.
Store in the refrigerator.