Chickpea Cookie Dough
Indulge in a sweet treat that’s as nutritious as it is delicious with our Chickpea Cookie Dough recipe! Harnessing the power of chickpeas, this innovative twist on traditional cookie dough offers a delightful blend of flavor and health benefits. Chickpeas, the star ingredient of this recipe, bring a wealth of nutrition to the table. Packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, they not only provide a satisfying texture but also contribute to a balanced diet. Combining the creamy richness of almond butter, the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup, and the comforting aroma of pure vanilla extract, this cookie dough is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you enjoy it by the spoonful straight from the bowl or roll it into bite-sized treats, our Chickpea Cookie Dough proves healthy eating can be downright delicious.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 15-oz. can reduced-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. baking soda
- 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 3 tbsp. quick oats
Directions:
- Add all ingredients (except for chocolate chips) to a food processor and process until very smooth. Depending upon your food processor, this may take several minutes and several scrape-downs.
- Taste the “dough.” If you’d like it sweeter, add additional maple syrup 1 teaspoon at a time until it is as sweet as you like. If the dough is too wet, add an additional 1-2 tablespoons of oats to get the desired dough consistency.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and fold in the chocolate chips (you also can attempt to mix them directly in the food processor bowl, but I find using a separate bowl is easier and more effective in the end).
- Enjoy immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Tips and Tricks:
- Cover the chickpea cookie dough, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For ease, I suggest storing it in multiple small freezer-safe storage containers. Then, you can thaw them one at a time as needed. You can store the cookie dough in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then give it a good stir before serving.
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