Rich, Fudgy, and Secretly Good for You
At Pascha Chocolate, we believe that dessert should be both decadent and nourishing—and this Flourless Black Bean Chocolate Cake is one of our all-time favorite ways to prove it. It’s intensely chocolatey, perfectly fudgy, naturally gluten-free, and made with clean, simple ingredients—including a surprise one: black beans.
Yes, black beans! They add the perfect moist texture and a boost of plant-based protein, all without anyone suspecting a thing. And when made with our 100% Vegan Organic Dark Chocolate Baking Chips you get a rich, deep chocolate flavor that totally steals the show. Our chocolate is vegan, organic, and made in a dedicated allergen-free facility—so you can indulge with confidence.
This cake is easy to make in a blender, requires no flour, and is free from gluten, dairy, and refined sugar. It’s the perfect treat for chocolate lovers, health-conscious bakers, or anyone who just wants a slice of something truly satisfying.
Why this cake is a total game-changer:
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Made with Pascha Organic Dark Chocolate for rich, clean chocolate flavor
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Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
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Packed with protein and fiber thanks to the black beans
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Blender-friendly and easy to make
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Fudgy, moist, and intensely chocolatey—you’d never guess it’s good for you
Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just want a better-for-you chocolate fix, this Flourless Black Bean Chocolate Cake hits every note. Trust us: one bite and you’ll never look at chocolate cake the same way again.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup mashed banana
- 1/2 cup cane sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup PASCHA 100% cacao chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup Earth Balance
Directions:
- Place black beans, mashed banana, cane sugar, salt, and baking powder into a blender or a food processor.
- Blend until creamy.
- Remove black bean mixture and place into a mixing bowl.
- Fill a pot with about 3 inches of water and place on medium to high heat.
- Place a glass bowl over top of the pot to create a double boiler and add the PASCHA chocolate chips and the Earth Balance.
- Heat, stirring continuously until fully melted. Remove from heat.
- Add the melted chocolate to the black bean mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour cake batter into a parchment lined 8 inch round pan.
- Bake at 325 F for 50-60 minutes.
- Let set in fridge for at least one hour.
- Serve with fresh raspberries.
