Black Bean Fudge Recipe

Black bean fudge slices on a white plate.

5 from 1 vote

This delicious chocolate black bean fudge is a nutrient-packed treat. It has a satisfying, melt-in-your-mouth texture and the flavor of the black beans isn't noticeable at all.

Prep Time12

Cook Time3

Chilling time1

Total Time1 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 153.8kcal

Author: Jennifer Bell

Equipment

Food processor or blender.
Medium sized loaf pan
Parchment paper

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chopped dark chocolate
1 cup drained and rinsed canned black beans (or substitute cooked dried black beans)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Add 1 1/2 cups chopped dark chocolate to a pot on the stove set to low heat.
Cook, stirring constantly until the chocolate has melted, then immediately remove the pot from the heat.
Add 1 cup drained and rinsed canned black beans, the melted chocolate, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract to a food processor or blender.
Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the food processor or blender as necessary.
Transfer the chocolate black bean mixture to a medium sized loaf pan lined with parchment paper, then use a flat spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it into an even layer in the pan.
Place the loaf pan in the fridge to let the fudge chill for at least one hour before slicing and serving.

Notes

Store this fudge in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
There's no need to specifically purchase canned black beans with no salt added, because the hint of saltiness from the black beans complements the other flavors in this fudge. If you are using canned beans with no salt added (or cooked dried black beans), I recommend adding a pinch of salt to round out the flavors. You can taste the chocolate bean mixture before transferring it to the loaf pan and adjust the salt according to your palate.

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