Healthy & Delicious Chickpea Blondies (Gluten-Free, Dairy-free, option for Vegan)
Sun-Kissed Flavours is all about bringing sunshine to your table with delicious and vibrant recipes. Our Crowd Pleaser Menu is a curated selection of crowd-favourites perfect for any occasion.
Today, we're showcasing a star from the Crowd Pleaser Menu: the Chickpea Blondie! This delightful treat is not only incredibly delicious but also caters to a variety of dietary needs. Being gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that everyone can enjoy!
Guilt-Free Indulgence: 4 Reasons You'll Fall for Our Chickpea Blondies
Effortlessly Easy: Whip up a batch of these blondies in no time! The recipe requires minimal prep and uses a food processor for a smooth and hassle-free process.
Secretly Healthy: Believe it or not, these blondies are packed with wholesome goodness! Chickpeas are the surprising star ingredient, adding protein and fiber while keeping things light.
Deliciously Satisfying: Don't be fooled by the healthy ingredients. These blondies are bursting with flavour and have a delightful texture that's both soft and chewy. It's the perfect guilt-free indulgence!
Shareable (or Not!): This recipe yields a generous pan of blondies, perfect for sharing with friends and family. But hey, we won't judge if you keep them all to yourself – they are that good!
The Chickpea Blondie Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide
Prep (10 minutes)
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Gather your ingredients:
1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ cup (100g) nut butter (creamy peanut butter, almond butter, or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
1/3 cup (115ml) maple syrup or agave nectar
1 egg (for a vegan option, leave out the egg)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup (100g) dairy-free chocolate chips
1 teaspoon Maldon salt for sprinkling on top
Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or spray with a cooking spray for easy removal.
Blending the Batter (5 minutes)
Process the chickpeas: Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Combine wet ingredients: Add the nut butter, maple syrup, egg (if using) and vanilla extract to the chickpea mixture. Blend again until fully incorporated.
Final Touches and Baking (20-25 minutes)
We love the kitchenmaid Food processor!
Dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients in the food processor. Pulse a few times until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
Chocolate chips: Carefully add in the chocolate chips, give the processor a pulse or 2 until they are combined.
Pour and bake: Pour the batter evenly into your prepared baking pan. Sprinkle with additional chocolate chips (optional). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Cool: Let the blondies cool a little in the pan on a wire rack before cutting and serving. This allows them to set properly.
Cut and enjoy: Slice the blondies into squares and enjoy them warm or at room temperature.
Our chickpea blondies are a delicious and healthy treat that everyone can enjoy. Made with simple and wholesome ingredients, these blondies are perfect for a satisfying snack, guilt-free dessert, or a crowd-pleaser Menu sweet ending.
We encourage you to try this recipe and unleash your creativity with our serving suggestions and variations. Let us know in the comments below what you think and how you enjoyed your Chickpea Blondies!
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