Fudgy Brownie Bars – A Canned Black Eyed Peas Recipe
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Transform canned black-eyed peas into fudgy brownie bars with this unique and delicious recipe! This easy and delicious recipe combines creamy texture with rich chocolate flavor, turning a Southern tradition into a decadent treat. Whether you’re celebrating New Year’s Day with good luck traditions or just looking for a fun canned black eyed peas recipe, these brownie bars are a must-try.
When I weighed nearly 300 pounds, I loved box mix brownies. Now that I read the labels, I know those mixes contain terrible ingredients. So, I decided to start making my own healthier versions, like these black-eyed pea brownies.
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Why You’ll Love This Canned Black Eyed Peas Recipe
Traditionally, black-eyed peas are enjoyed for good luck and good fortune on New Year’s Day. This recipe adds a sweet twist to the southern black-eyed peas recipe, making it a great way to enjoy the holiday with a little creativity.
- Creative Twist: Turns blackeyed peas into fudgy, delicious brownies.
- Rich & Guilt-Free: Indulgent taste with a fiber boost.
- Versatile Treat: Great for New Years day or everyday dessert.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Whether you’re celebrating with hoppin’ johns, pinto beans, black beans, or black-eyed peas, these dessert bars are a festive and unique addition to your table.
So, grab your cans of black eyed peas and make this treat for a happy new year!
- Black Eyed Peas – You can sub pinto beans, black beans, or kidney beans.
- Oat Flour – Grind your own oats and save money.
- Peanut Butter– Sub almond butter or seed butter.
- Dark Chocolate Chips – Be sure to use vegan chocolate chips in order to keep these bars vegan. I used these sugar free dark chocolate chips.
- Coconut Sugar – You can use monk fruit golden sweetener or allulose if you prefer.
- Maple Syrup – You can sub sugar free maple flavored syrup.
- Vanilla – Adds a yummy warmth.
- Cinnamon – Goes well with the chocolate.
- Baking Powder – It gives it a little rise.
- Salt – A pinch balances the sweetness.
Optional Add-ins
- Pecans – I added chopped pecans for a little crunch and protein.
How to Make Fudgy Brownie Bars
Traditionally, black-eyed peas are enjoyed for good luck and good fortune on New Year’s Day. This recipe adds a sweet twist to the southern black-eyed peas recipe, making it a great way to enjoy the holiday with a little creativity. Here’s how to make them from canned black eyed peas.
- Step 1: Prep Your Black-Eyed Peas – Drain and rinse your canned black eyed peas under cool water. This removes any excess salt and ensures the creamy texture needed for dessert bars.
- Step 2: Blend the Peas -In a blender or food processor, blend the black-eyed peas until smooth.
- Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients – In a large bowl, mix together black-eyed peas, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients – Mix in the oat flour, baking powder, coconut sugar, and salt. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Bake – Pour the batter into a greased 8×8-inch pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—it should come out clean.
- Step 6: Cool and Serve – Allow the bars to cool in the pan before cutting. For best results, store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Looking for more healthy desserts?
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Tips for Making These Fudgy Brownie Bars
- To Save Calories: Use allulose or monk fruit sweetener to make them sugar free.
- Add Crunch: Add chopped nuts, coconut flakes, dried fruit, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, or cacao nibs for texture.
- Add Flavor: Add a pinch of espresso powder, peppermint extract, orange zest, or sea salt flakes for added flavor.
How to Store These Black-Eyed Pea Dessert Bars
Keep your dessert bars fresh by storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
For more information about food safety, go to www.foodsafety.gov.
Are Black-Eyed Peas Low Carb?
Black-eyed peas contain moderate amounts of carbs, but they’re balanced by their high fiber content. While not as low carb as some keto-friendly options, they’re a great addition to a healthy diet.
Recipe
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Fudgy Brownie Bars- A Canned Black Eyed Peas Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup peanut butter sub almond or seed butter
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar sub brown sugar, monk fruit sweetener, or allulose
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/4 cup maple syrup sub monk fruit sweetened syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Optional
- 1/4 cup nuts, chopped
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Black-Eyed Peas: Blend the canned black-eyed peas in a food processor or mash them with a fork until smooth.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed black-eyed peas, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the oat flour, salt, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder until fully combined.
- Fold in Add-Ins: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into bars.
Notes
How to Store Black-Eyed Pea Brownie Bars
Keep your brownie bars fresh by storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.Serving Tips
- For extra sweetness, drizzle with melted dark chocolate or sprinkle with vegan powdered sugar.
- Serve warm with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.
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I hope you love these as much as we do! They are the perfect way to enjoy black-eyed peas for the new year!