Flourless Fava Bean Brownies

 

Vegan | Gluten Free | Makes 12 brownies

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 tbsp ground flax seeds

  • 6 tbsp water

  • 240g cooked split fava beans

  • 3 tbsp sunflower oil

  • 75g cocoa powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 105g granulated sugar

  • 1.5  tsp baking powder

METHOD

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan)/200°c/gas mark 6.

  2. Line an 8 inch square tin with baking paper.

  3. Mix the ground flax seeds with the water in a small bowl and set aside to thicken.

  4. Place the cooked fava beans into a blender or food processor and pulse until broken down.

  5. Add the remaining ingredients, including the flax mixture and pulse again until you have a smooth mixture.

  6. Transfer to the prepared tin and bake in the oven for 25 minutes until firm on top.  Don’t worry if the brownies are still soft inside - they’re meant to be a bit fudgy.

  7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before slicing and serving.

notes

Storage: Store in the fridge to maintain a fudgy texture. Brownies will keep for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

Freezing: These brownies are suitable for freezing and will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.