Want in on a little secret?? 😏 These protein blondies are made with CHICKPEAS! A favorite of both my 7&4 year olds, these addictive gooey blondies taste DELISH and are also packed with plant-based protein, are grain free, and vegan.
1 (15-oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
½ cup natural peanut butterMake sure there's no sugar added
½ cup pure maple syrup
½ cup dark chocolate chips (plus extra to optionally sprinkle on top)
¼ cup almond flour
1 tbsp liquid coconut oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp sea salt (plus extra to sprinkle on top)
¼ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp baking powder
1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
In a food processor, blend together all the ingredients except the chocolate chips.
3
Stir in chocolate chips and mix with a big spoon.
4
Grease a silicone 8x8 baking dish and pour batter in, sprinkling extra sea salt and chips if desired.
5
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
CategoryBreakfast, Child-Friendly, Dairy-free/Soy-free, Desserts, Dietary Lifestyle, Energy Bites, Gluten-Free, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 (15-oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
½ cup natural peanut butterMake sure there's no sugar added
½ cup pure maple syrup
½ cup dark chocolate chips (plus extra to optionally sprinkle on top)
¼ cup almond flour
1 tbsp liquid coconut oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp sea salt (plus extra to sprinkle on top)
¼ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp baking powder