Introduction:
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these delicious Chickpea Brownies. Packed with protein and fiber from chickpeas, these brownies are a healthier alternative to traditional brownies without compromising on taste. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt!
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Stir in the chocolate chips by hand.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool before slicing into squares and serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 160 || Total Fat: 8g || Saturated Fat: 1.5g || Cholesterol: 0mg || Sodium: 110mg || Total Carbohydrates: 18g || Dietary Fiber: 4g || Sugars: 8g || Protein: 5g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- High in protein and fiber from chickpeas
- No refined sugar, sweetened with maple syrup
- Rich chocolate flavor from cocoa powder
- Easy to make and perfect for a healthier dessert option
- Fudgy and delicious texture that you won’t believe is made from chickpeas
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a dense texture.
- Avoid overbaking the brownies to keep them moist and fudgy.
- Ensure the chickpeas are well blended to avoid a grainy texture in the brownies.
- Do not skip the baking powder as it helps the brownies rise and become fluffy.
- Be cautious with the amount of chocolate chips added as it can affect the sweetness of the brownies.