Decadent Chocolate Black Bean Protein Bars

Ingredients

Old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup
Black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (approximately 15 oz)
Dates, pitted ½ cup
Plant-based vanilla protein powder 4 scoops (about 60 grams of protein)
100% cacao powder ¼ cup
Maple syrup ¼ cup
Aquafaba (reserved liquid from canned black beans) ½ cup
Vegan chocolate chips Optional, for topping

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a bread pan with parchment paper.
  2. Drain the black beans, reserving the aquafaba (bean liquid). Rinse the beans thoroughly.
  3. In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they are broken into smaller bits.
  4. Add the black beans and pitted dates to the food processor. Pulse until well combined.
  5. Add the protein powder, cacao powder, maple syrup, and half of the aquafaba to the mixture. Pulse to combine.
  6. Gradually add the remaining aquafaba as needed to achieve a thick, smooth batter.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared bread pan, spreading it evenly.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle vegan chocolate chips on top.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
  10. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
  11. Once cooled, lift the parchment paper to remove from the pan and cut into 8 equal bars.
  12. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container.
Servings: 8 bars

Nutrition

From https://saucestache.com/one-can-of-chickpeas-will-change-how-you-think-about-protein-bars/