Chocolate Brownies Slimming World Style!

Craving something sweet while following a Slimming World plan can be a real challenge. After several attempts I developed these Chocolate Brownies Slimming World Style. They won’t masquerade as full-fat brownies, and I’m honest about that — but they do deliver a satisfying sweet hit with far less fat than a traditional recipe.

Baking with low-fat and sugar-reduced ingredients can sometimes produce a slightly bland or “cardboardy” texture; it’s a common challenge with reduced-fat recipes. These brownies, however, have very little fat and come together nicely when you follow the steps below. I made them a few times — starting from some less successful batches — and the result is now a treat I’m happy to share.

Black Beans For Chocolate Brownies?

Yes — black beans. They have a mild flavor, are low in calories, and when pureed create a smooth base for these brownies. Don’t dismiss the idea until you’ve tried it; the beans add bulk and moisture without the need for flour or large amounts of fat.

Other Unusual Ingredients in this Brownie Recipe

There are a couple of other non-traditional ingredients in the recipe that help with flavor and texture: reduced-sugar hot chocolate sachets and a chocolate-flavoured syrup (Choc Shot). Both are easy to find in many supermarkets and help create the chocolatey taste you expect from a brownie while keeping calories and fat lower than usual.

Next time I might experiment with a little grated beetroot for extra moisture and natural sweetness — I’ll report back if I try it.

Look at That Bake!

These brownies look great and can be finished with a drizzle of agave nectar for extra shine and sweetness.

The All Important Deets

Syn values will vary depending on the products used; these are approximate examples based on named ingredients:

Options Hot Chocolate (reduced sugar) – 4 Syns (total for sachets used)
1 level tablespoon Choc Shot – 2 Syns
2 level tablespoons Dark Chocolate Chips – 8 Syns
2 tablespoons Agave Nectar – 5 Syns

Total approximate Syns: 19. Cut into 9 pieces = roughly 2 Syns per piece.

To Serve Your Slimming Brownies

These brownies are perfect with a cup of tea as a teatime treat. I find the texture improves overnight, so they’re often better the next day. Feedback so far has been positive — I’ve shared them with friends and family and had good reviews.

Please try them and let me know what you think!

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Big love, Clare x

Chocolate Brownies Slimming Style!

Prep Time:
20 minutes

Cook Time:
25 minutes

Total Time:
45 minutes

Servings:
9

A chocolate brownie made from black beans, low in fat and sugar.

Ingredients

Spray Fry Light
1 Tin Black Beans drained and washed
1 Tablespoon Choc Shot
1 Tablespoon Agave Nectar
3 Medium Eggs
2 Sachets Options Belgian Hot Chocolate – reduced sugar 22g
2 Tablespoons Dark Chocolate Chips I used Tesco

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F / Gas 6.
Grease and line a 20cm x 20cm (8″ x 8″) tin using fry light.
In a food processor or with a stick blender, blitz the drained and rinsed black beans with the agave nectar until smooth — the mixture may take on a purplish hue.
Add the eggs one at a time to the blender and process until smooth and combined.
Add the two sachets of reduced-sugar hot chocolate and blend until fully incorporated.
Stir or sprinkle the dark chocolate chips over the mixture.
Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread evenly.
Bake on the middle shelf for approximately 25 minutes. The top should be firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin.
Drizzle with 1 tablespoon agave nectar if desired.
Cut into 9 pieces and serve.