Description
These healthy, gluten-free chickpea blondies are a deliciously soft and chewy treat! Made with chickpeas, almond butter, and a hint of maple syrup, these blondies are a nutritious twist on the classic dessert. They’re rich in protein and fiber, making them a perfect guilt-free snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or about 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas)
- 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup rolled oats (optional, for extra texture)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a food processor or high-powered blender, add the drained chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Fold in oats and mini chocolate chips, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the blondies cool for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- These blondies are naturally gluten-free and can easily be made vegan by using maple syrup and non-dairy butter.
- You can store these blondies in an airtight container for up to 4–5 days. They also freeze well for longer storage.
- If you prefer, substitute almond butter with peanut butter or cashew butter for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American