Healthy Vegan Rose Brownies with Pomegranates – A Delicious, Guilt-Free Treat
Craving a sweet treat that’s as delicious as it is nutritious? These healthy vegan rose brownies with pomegranates are the perfect solution! Packed with plant-based goodness, these brownies are made with wholesome ingredients—in fact you’ll never guess the secret of these rich fudgy brownies! Their main ingredient is a whole can of pureed black beans plus a cup of pureed pomegranates! (Shh!) You’ll find a moist texture with a hint of floral rose flavor. Whether you’re a vegan or simply looking for a healthier dessert option, these brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without any guilt, because they are low in added sugars and fats, and packed with plant protein, fibers, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. Plus, the pomegranates add a burst of juicy freshness that complements the rose essence perfectly, and the walnuts offer just the right earthy crunchy. In a nutshell: the pomegranate seeds, walnuts, and rose water offer a stunning Mediterranean flavor profile that’s over the top romantic (I mean, really!). That’s right, chocolate, roses, and pomegranates all in one brownie? Need I say more? Let’s dive into this delectable, nutrient-packed treat!
Just blend the beans, agave nectar, cocoa powder, chia seeds, pomegranate seeds, rose water (you can get this at Mediterranean markets, gourmet shops, and online), and baking powder in a blender, stir in a touch of flour, chopped walnuts, and dark chocolate chips, spread the batter in a baking dish, and pop it in the oven. When it’s done, garnish it with more pomegranates, walnuts, and chocolate chips to make these moist vegan brownies really sparkle! Make these brownies gluten-free by swapping out the flour with your favorite gluten-free blend.
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Indulge in these healthy vegan rose brownies with pomegranates! A rich, guilt-free dessert made with wholesome ingredients, offering a perfect balance of flavors and nutrients.
Brownies:
Garnish:
- ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup pomegranate arils
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a 9 x 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the black beans, agave, pomegranate arils, cocoa powder, chia seeds, rose water, and oil in a high-power blender. Process until smooth. Scrape down the sides halfway through blending if needed.
- Transfer batter to a mixing bowl, and fold in the flour, chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the edges pull away from the side of the pan and the brownies are firm, and cooked through. Test by inserting a fork in the center and tines should come out clean. Note: this recipe makes a dense, moist, fudgy brownie.
- While brownies are warm, sprinkle evenly with chocolate chips, walnuts and pomegranate arils. Cool for a few minutes, and then slice into 16 squares.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
*Find rose water in Middle Eastern or Mediterranean markets, gourmet food shops, or online.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
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