Adzuki Bean Brownies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Macrobiot

Name: Adzuki Bean Brownies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Macrobiotic)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup adzuki beans, washed; 2 tablespoons chia seeds; 1/2 cup coconut sugar crystals or 1/2 cup other raw sugar; 1/2 cup cocoa powder; 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped; oil, for the pan; powdered sugar, for dusting (option)

Servings: persons

1
Soak adzuki beans for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
2
Drain water and replace with fresh water. Place on stove and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and drain water.
3
Add water that is 3 times the amount of beans. Heat and bring to a boil again. Reduce heat, place a lid, slightly tilted, and cook until beans are tender for about 45 - 60 minutes. If you have a pressure cooker, cook for 10 - 12 minutes under pressure. Drain water through a colander.
4
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F/180u00b0C degrees.
5
In a small bowl, place chia seeds and 6 Tbsp of water. Leave it for at least 15 minutes. This chia seed gel can be used in place of eggs (1 egg = 1 Tbsp chia seeds + 3 Tbsp water).
6
In a food processor, place the adzuki beans, chia seed gel, sugar, cocoa powder, apple sauce, vanilla and salt and mix well.
7
Transfer the brownie mixture to a bowl. Mix in walnuts.
8
Transfer to an oiled 8-inch square pan and bake for 45 minutes. Cool the brownies.
9
Dust powdered sugar on top and slice. Infuse love and serve!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup adzuki beans, washed, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1/2 cup coconut sugar crystals or 1/2 cup other raw sugar, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Adzuki Bean Brownies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Macrobiotic) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Adzuki Bean Brownies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Macrobiotic)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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