Sun-Kissed Chickpea Chocolate Blondies
These delightful Sun-Kissed Chickpea Chocolate Blondies are a healthy and easy-to-make dessert, perfect for a guilt-free sweet treat. Made with chickpeas and cashew butter, they offer a fudgy texture and rich chocolate flavor.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- 8x8-inch baking dish
- Parchment Paper
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas (15 ounces), drained and rinsed thoroughly
- 1/3 cup cashew butter (smooth, unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or sugar-free maple syrup)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free for a vegan option)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep Your Pan: Get your oven ready by preheating it to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing a slight overhang on the sides – this makes lifting them out super easy!
- Blend Your Base: In a food processor, combine the well-drained chickpeas, creamy cashew butter, sweet maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, baking soda, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Blend until the mixture is incredibly smooth and creamy, ensuring no chickpea lumps remain.
- Mix in Flour & Chocolate: Gently stir the almond flour into the blended mixture until it's just combined. Then, carefully fold in the dark chocolate chips. Be gentle to keep them whole!
- Bake Until Golden: Pour the delicious batter into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. If you wish, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top for an extra treat. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center appears set.
- Cool & Chill: Let your blondies cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes on a wire rack. For that perfectly fudgy, irresistible texture, transfer them to the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour (or even better, chill overnight!). Once properly chilled, use the parchment paper to lift them out, slice into squares, and enjoy your wonderfully healthy summer treat!
Notes
For that perfectly fudgy, irresistible texture, transfer them to the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour (or even better, chill overnight!).
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 136
Total Carbs: 13g
Net Carbs: 10g
Fats: 8g
Protein: 3g
Calories: 136
Total Carbs: 13g
Net Carbs: 10g
Fats: 8g
Protein: 3g
