Healthy Bean Bars
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these Healthy Bean Bars, a wholesome and satisfying snack that's surprisingly delicious! Packed with plant-powered protein from black beans and natural sweetness from maple syrup, these bars are the perfect blend of nutritious and indulgent. Rolled oats add a hearty texture, while natural peanut butter and dark chocolate chips provide a rich, decadent flavor. Enhanced with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, these easy-to-make bars come together in just 30 minutes, making them ideal for busy lifestyles. Perfect for meal prep, they’re great as an on-the-go snack, a post-workout boost, or a healthy dessert. Plus, they’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and free of refined sugar, making them a great choice for clean eating. Keep a batch on hand for when those sweet cravings hit!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cooked black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 0.5 cup natural peanut butter
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine the black beans, oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Blend until you have a smooth, well-mixed batter. Scrape down the sides as needed.
Step 3
Stir in the dark chocolate chips by hand to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
Step 4
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to spread it into an even layer.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden and the center feels set.
Step 6
Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 12 squares or rectangles.
Step 7
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 774.9 grams (774.9g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2109 |
| Total Fat 101.10g | 130% |
| Saturated Fat 32.00g | 160% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1327mg | 58% |
| Total Carbohydrate 260.90g | 95% |
| Dietary Fiber 47.00g | 168% |
| Total Sugars 114.00g | |
| Protein 70.10g | 140% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 289mg | 22% |
| Iron 20mg | 112% |
| Potassium 2546mg | 54% |
Source of Calories