Cacao Bliss Bites
Ingredients
1/2 medium beet, peeled, roughly chopped
4 dates, pitted
1/4 cup oat flour (or you can grind rolled oats)
1/4 cup coconut flour
2 Tbsp cacao powder
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt
Optional toppings:
shredded coconut
cacao nibs
chocolate sauce

Directions
Pulse beets and dates in food processor into smaller pieces.  Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. If the mixture is too dry, add a little water, 1 tablespoon at a time.  Roll into balls and coat with your favorite toppings such as shredded coconut, cacao nibs, or chocolate sauce. Place in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow to firm. Makes about 8 balls. Recipe can easily be doubled.

Black Bean Brownies
Ingredients
1 1/2 cup black beans (if canned, drain and rinse)
3 Tbsp cacao powder
1/2 cup oats, ground into a flour (gluten-free if desired)*
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (more if desired)