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Chickpea Chocolate Brownies

A healthy and delicious twist on traditional brownies, made with chickpeas for a gluten-free, high-protein treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Chickpeas
  • 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Equipment

  • food processor
  • 8x8-inch baking pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, peanut butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the dark chocolate chips by hand until evenly distributed.
  4. Pour the brownie mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are firm.
  5. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalProtein: 6gSodium: 100mg

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