Beanie Brownies With Variations Recipe

Name: Beanie Brownies With Variations
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (18 1/3 ounce) box brownie mix (your favorite brand); 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (white kidney beans); 1 teaspoon lemon extract; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 lemon (zest of); ½ cup sliced almonds (sprinkle on top); 1 teaspoon orange extract; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 orange (zest of); ½ cup dried cranberries (minced, to sprinkle on top); 1 teaspoon almond extract; ½ cup dried cherries (minced, to sprinkle on top); ½ cup sliced almonds (to sprinkle on top); 1 cup pumpkin puree; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon clove; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup pecans (chopped, to sprinkle on top); 1 cup unsweetened applesauce; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon clove; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup walnuts (chopped, to sprinkle on top)

Servings: persons

1 (18 1/3 ounce) box brownie mix (your favorite brand)
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (white kidney beans)
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 lemon (zest of)
½ cup sliced almonds (sprinkle on top)
1 teaspoon orange extract
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 orange (zest of)
½ cup dried cranberries (minced, to sprinkle on top)
1 teaspoon almond extract
½ cup dried cherries (minced, to sprinkle on top)
½ cup sliced almonds (to sprinkle on top)
1 cup pumpkin puree
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons cinnamon
¼ teaspoon clove
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup pecans (chopped, to sprinkle on top)
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons cinnamon
¼ teaspoon clove
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup walnuts (chopped, to sprinkle on top)

1
Preheat oven according to the instructions on the brownie mix.
2
Spray an 8x8 baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
3
Pour the beans into a strainer, and rinse well.
4
Put the beans back in the can and add enough water to cover beans.
5
Put the beans and water into the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth.
6
Transfer to large mixing bowl.
7
Add brownie mix to beans and stir until combined.
8
Stir in whichever ingredients required for the flavor option of your choice, except anything listed as a topping.
9
Pour batter into prepared pan, sprinkle any toppings and bake according to package directions and until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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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

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (18 1/3 ounce) box brownie mix (your favorite brand), 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (white kidney beans), 1 teaspoon lemon extract, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Beanie Brownies With Variations 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!

Beanie Brownies With Variations

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Variations & substitutions

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