Decadent Vegan Black Bean Lava Cake
Experience a rich and fudgy dessert with this sugar-free, oil-free vegan black bean lava cake. Made with wholesome ingredients, this indulgent treat is packed with protein and fiber, satisfying your chocolate cravings guilt-free. As the cake bakes, it forms a gooey molten center that spills deliciously when you dig in. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a sweet treat any day!
ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark vegan chocolate chips (sugar-free, if available)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin or ramekins with cooking spray or a bit of almond milk.
- 2.
In a food processor, combine the black beans, applesauce, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- 3.
Stir in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the batter.
- 4.
Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin or ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full.
- 5.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges have set but the centers remain soft.
- 6.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before gently releasing the cakes from the molds.
- 7.
Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of sugar-free vegan vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit.