Brownie Batter Walnut Dip

By Beth Stark, RDN, LDN
Total Time
20 Mins
Serves
12
Serving Size
2 tablespoons
Meal
Snack
Course
Desserts Main Side Snack

DESCRIPTION

You’d never guess this chocolatey treat is made with nutritious ingredients like black beans and walnuts. Whip up a batch of this brownie batter as a dip for crackers or fresh fruit… and don’t forget to lick the spoon!

Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
10 Mins
Total Time
20 Mins
Calories
110
Total Fat
6
Saturated Fat
0.5
Trans Fat
0
Polyunsaturated Fat
3.877
Monounsaturated Fat
.809
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
115
Carbohydrates
15
Dietary Fiber
3
Total Sugars
7
Protein
3
Calcium
30
Iron
1
Potassium
180

Ingredients

  • 1 cup California walnuts
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained

Preparation

  1. Place all ingredients and process for 2 minutes or until very smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  2. Serve with sliced bananas, pears, strawberries, apples or graham crackers.