Black Bean & Cacao Lava Cookies. Photo / Eleanor Ozich
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These rich and velvety cookies have the most amazing soft and fudgey texture. Naturally gluten and dairy-free delights, these delights are seriously so incredible, I have decided to call them lava cookies. I swear, these lovely little morsels are sure to please even the most avid cookie fan, they're absolutely
scrumptious!
BLACK BEAN & CACAO LAVA COOKIES
Recipe makes about 15-18 cookies; will keep for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
Ingredients:
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (lentils or azuki beans work well too)
• 1/4 cup melted extra virgin coconut oil or butter
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (or any nut butter will do)
• 1/3 cup honey, maple or brown rice syrup
• 1/2 cup cacao or cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• Pinch of sea salt
1. Preheat the oven to 160C and line two trays with baking paper.
