Dark Chocolate Fudge Mung Brownies

Dark Chocolate Fudge Mung Brownies

Ingredients

Green gram (Mung) – ¾ cup (150 gms)

Oats (powdered) – ¼ cup (20 gms)

Jaggery powder – 4 tbsp (vary according to taste)

Dates – 6
Milk - 100 to 200 ml

Coconut oil – 1 tbsp

Vanilla extract – 1 tsp

Chocolate chips or chunks – ½ cup

Baking powder – ¼ tsp

Salt – a pinch

Topping

Chocolate chips or chunks – 1/4 cup

Method

Preheat oven to 180 degrees C

Soak the mung for an hour and pressure cook till soft and mushy

Mix all the ingredients except the chocolate chips or chunks

Blend in a mixer till smooth using milk as required

Mix the chocolate chips or chunks and bake for 15 mins or so till done

Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips or chunks and let it cool

Health Benefits of Green Gram

Rich in fibre and resistant starch

Helps in weight loss

Lowers blood pressure

Healthiest source of plant protein

Rich in manganese, potassium, magnesium, iron, folate, copper, zinc and various B vitamins

Helps lower cholesterol Levels and protect against heart disease

Controls sugar levels and helps prevent Type 2 Diabetes

Has anti-aging benefits

Resistant Starch

This type of starch is called Resistant Starch. It works like soluble, fermentable fiber. When the bacteria in our digestive system digest resistant starches, they form several compounds, including gases and short-chain fatty acids, especially a beneficial fatty acid called Butyrate. Resistant Starch appears to increase butyrate production more when compared with other soluble fibers.

Butyrate is the preferred energy source of the cells lining the colon. Butyrate has beneficial effects on the colon and overall health. It maintains the colon lining and is believed to prevent colon cancer. It also helps to increase metabolism, decrease inflammation and improve stress resistance.

Potential benefits of Resistant Starch

Improved blood fats

May help to lower blood cholesterol and fats while also decreasing the production of new fat cells

Can increase the amount of fat we utilize for energy.

Better Satiety

Can help us feel full by triggering the release of hormones that reduce the drive to eat. After someone starts eating more RS, it may take up to one year for gut hormones to adapt.

Slows down the amount of nutrients released into the bloodstream, which stabilizes appetite

Better Insulin Sensitivity

It doesn’t digest into blood sugar, so less insulin release

Lowered blood sugar levels

Might improve insulin sensitivity

Improved Digestion

May help alleviate irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diverticulitis, constipation and ulcerative colitis

Can add bulk and water to stool, helping in regular bowel movements

Can prevent development of abnormal bacterial cells in the colon and enhance mineral absorption (especially calcium).

Better Body Composition

Since Resistant Starch has less energy (calories) per gram than other starches, it can help us eat less.

Improved immunity

Can influence the production of immune cells

Health Benefits of Jaggery

Excellent source of iron

Cleanses the liver

Prevents premenstrual syndrome

Has antioxidants - zinc and selenium which boost immunity

Health Benefits of Cocoa

Lowers blood pressure

Reduces risk factors for heart disease

Rich in antioxidants – protect skin from sun damage

Improves brain function

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