An addendum to the adapted Black Bean Brownies
May 29, 2008 at 7:49 am | In blahblah |
while most people who have tried the recipe love it, a handful complains about too strong a banana flavor: here’s a suggestion, after seeing Rachel’s version, to use pumpkin purée for at least one (or both) of the bananas and cut down on the flavor. you could always sub applesauce instead like I did in the blondies, of course.
personally, after screaming my love for all things banana & black bean yesterday, I must reiterate I find them gobble-icious the way they are even though I’m usually not fond of banana-flavored foods. proof that it’s all a matter of personal taste. now go show them beans who’s boss!
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[...] sugar amount, and 1/2 cup works just as well!] 2 ripe bananas [note: several people say they have too strong a banana flavor, so feel free to sub pumpkin puree for them or at least one of them] 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1/2 [...]
Pingback by Based on the famous BBBs… « have cake, will travel! — May 29, 2008 #
I love the fact that these brownies never seem to disappear from the veggie/vegan radar for too long! People go nuts over these things.
Although I do adore the banana flavor, I may have to give it a shot with the pumpkin. It definitely sounds interesting.
Comment by healthyceliac — May 29, 2008 #
whew: a fellow banana flavor lover. I was beginning to fear I was the only one out there!
Comment by Celine — May 29, 2008 #
I actually haven’t tried these yet, but is there such a thing as too much banana flavour?
Comment by shellyfish — May 29, 2008 #
it would appear so. bananas everywhere around the world are crying desperate tears right now.
Comment by Celine — May 29, 2008 #
Oooh… pumpkin puree sounds good!
Comment by Romina — May 29, 2008 #
I’d LOVE the banana flavor!!! But the pumpkin sounds pretty good too… but not as good as banana ;0)
Comment by VeggieGirl — May 29, 2008 #
Celine ! These photos are getting better and better every day! :-D I want to give a bite to the screen right now looking at those fantastic brownies!
I adore banana flavour even if it’s too strong..but I guess not everyone thinks the same so the changes and sobstitutions are always welcome!
How’s the weather there? Here it’s raining a lot!! :-(
A big kiss hun :-D
Silvia
Comment by Silvia — May 29, 2008 #
bananas everywhere rejoice again, they’re feeling the love Liz!
it’s dark and gloomy over here, Silvia. we need the rain so I’d gladly take what you’re having right now! hope you are well and not too busy.
Comment by Celine — May 29, 2008 #
That photo!!! They look so fudgey and gooey, mmmm! I’m going to try these out very very soon and I’m sure I’ll really enjoy the banana flavor!
Comment by Ashley Nicole — May 29, 2008 #
Whoa. Whoa. I am definitely ready to try these.
Belated congratulations to Diann, too, for winning those amazing cookies!
Comment by Kati — May 29, 2008 #
yeah…the chickpea cutlets are definitely amazing. I’m loving your blackbean inspired posts. I can’t wait to try the brownies…and i just got back from Cuba so the bananas and black beans are sounding pretty tasty right now!
Comment by sara — May 29, 2008 #
I haven’t tried them, but I don’t believe something can have “too much banana”. I’ve been on a local foods diet for a week now, and I really, really want a freakin’ banana right now. Unfortunately, they don’t grow those in Memphis. But tomorrow night, when the project officially ends, I’m eating a banana. You’re damn I am. If I had time, I’d make these yummy looking brownies tomorrow night. But that may have to wait until later…as I’m traveling to Nashville over the weekend. Thanks for the banana-licious recipe though!
Comment by Bianca- Vegan Crunk — May 29, 2008 #
I hate that I haven’t tried these yet! They seem like magical brownies, and I for one have no problem with the banana/chocolate combination. Then again, I have no problems with pumpkin either… hmmmm. So many possibilities!
Comment by bazu — May 29, 2008 #
I’m all in favor of bananas. In fact, I have at least 1 every day. But I think I went into my first bite expecting more chocolately-ness. I think using 1 banana and the rest pumpkin may make it a bit more mild and help bring out the chocolate-ability (?). Oh, but I highly suggest swirling peanut butter on top before baking, it looks and tastes incredible!
Comment by Nick — May 30, 2008 #
Whoa, that looks seriously decadent. I think I just gained a pound from the photo.
Comment by Lisa (Show Me Vegan) — May 30, 2008 #
I think the major factor could be that most people tried these with cocoa powder instead of carob: I’ve only had them with carob, and it can make a big diff since it has a strong flavor of its own. at least, the brand I’m using does.
Nick, I like the fact that these are fairly healthy and low-fat compared to some other treats, that’s why I love them the way they are and won’t throw in there the peanut butter that I add everywhere else. ha!
I admire you for being a locavore, Bianca! I need to try it, and would even more enthusiastically if I lived close enough to a farmer’s market. I only have a bike as a mode of transportation and don’t feel like risking my life to go all the way across town to get the goodies.
Comment by Celine — May 30, 2008 #
Ohhh Celine… now I’ll have to use my defrosted black beans for these brownies tonight instead of black bean burgers. Something sweet is definitely the winner if I have to choose, ha ha =p
I’ve been meaning to make this for months anyway, so this weekend I’ll finally be able to join the hype, hehe!
Comment by Lizzy — May 30, 2008 #
More bananas? What are you trying to do to me? =)
Comment by Rural Vegan — May 30, 2008 #
hi!!!! I am obsessed with black bean brownies… I feel like theyre a guilt free indulgence!!
Theyre awesome if you leave them in the fridge… I think they get the consistency of fudge!
Your blog is beautiful.. and your pictures are outrageous!!! Keep up the good work… ill be visiting your blog again soon DEF!
Comment by Vegan on Stage — May 30, 2008 #
All food is a personal preference! Most people think I am crazy for my preferences (I eat oatmeal for dessert). It is always nice to find a great base recipe and play with it to make it suit your own (or others) taste! I still need to try these, but around here there is a definite preference for boxed brownie mixes…what do they know anyway???
Comment by Sarena — May 30, 2008 #
That thing looks delicious. Are there layers or is that just one, solid brownie?
Comment by trippingpeaches — May 31, 2008 #
no layers in this, peaches, just topped a couple of them on the pic.
oatmeal for dessert, Sarena? people are just jealous they didn’t come up with the idea before!
thanks, vegan on stage. I love the fudge consistency they get too!
the bananas are out to get you, rural vegan! didn’t you know it?
Comment by Celine — May 31, 2008 #
Do not use re-fried black beans! Yuck!
Comment by Rachel — May 31, 2008 #
uhm…goes without saying, Rachel?
Comment by Celine — May 31, 2008 #
I’m Cuban, so naturally, black beans are part of our diet…. if I tell my mother what’s being cooked with them, she might look at me like i’m crazy. But somehow, this totally works… I’m not V or V but this is so intriguing.
Comment by FlaNboyantEats — June 2, 2008 #