Calling all dessert lovers with a sweet tooth and a desire for a healthier treat! Say hello to our delightful Chickpea Blondies, a gluten-free and vegan masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds. Made with wholesome ingredients like chickpeas, almond butter, and maple syrup, these blondies offer a guilt-free indulgence without compromising on flavor. With a slightly chewy texture and a burst of natural sweetness, these blondies are a perfect balance of decadent and nutritious. They're also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and a blender.
In this article, we've gathered three irresistible variations of our Chickpea Blondies recipe:
1. Classic Chickpea Blondies:
Experience the original magic of our Chickpea Blondies in their purest form. This classic recipe showcases the natural flavors of chickpeas, almond butter, and maple syrup, resulting in a simple yet satisfying treat.
2. Chocolate Chip Chickpea Blondies:
Indulge in the ultimate combination of chewy blondies and rich chocolate chips. This variation takes the classic recipe up a notch with a generous helping of dark chocolate chips, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
3. Peanut Butter Chickpea Blondies:
For those who love the irresistible duo of peanut butter and chocolate, this variation is a match made in dessert heaven. Creamy peanut butter swirls throughout the blondies, while dark chocolate chips add an extra layer of decadence. Get ready to experience a taste sensation like no other!
Get ready to embark on a delightful baking journey, where taste and health go hand in hand. Let's dive into the recipes and create some irresistible Chickpea Blondies that will become your new favorite guilt-free treat!
CHICKPEA BLONDIES
These gluten-free, vegan chickpea blondies taste just as they should: like soft bar cookies with a touch of vanilla and load of chocolate chips. Because there's no egg or wheat-based flour in this recipe, we added a touch of aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas) to provide structure to these delicate treats. Instead of butter or oil, we use almond butter, which gives the blondies a nutty flavor and craveable richness.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield makes 16 blondies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two opposing sides.
- Pat the chickpeas dry between a clean kitchen towel, then transfer to a food processor. Add the almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, salt and reserved aquafaba (liquid from the canned chickpeas). Process until the mixture is very smooth, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed, about 2 minutes. Add the almond flour and pulse to combine. Carefully remove the food processor blade, then stir in the 1/2 cup chocolate chips with a rubber spatula until evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and smooth into an even layer. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons chocolate chips. Bake until the edges are golden brown, the top is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few small crumbs, about 30 minutes. Let cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then use the parchment overhang to transfer to the wire rack. Let cool completely, then slice into 16 squares. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
CHICKPEA BLONDIES (GLUTEN-FREE)
My cousin made a batch of these and they were quite good. They're almost healthy for you and Gluten-Free to boot! Her's were very gooey (which made them extra yummy). The original recipe is here: http://havecakewilltravel.com/2009/02/26/chickpea-blondies/ Would probably be good with cinnamon & brown sugar sprinkled on top (what wouldn't be?)
Provided by Andrew Mollmann
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 35m
Yield 16 2, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly coat 8" x 8" square baking pan with cooking spray.
- In food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. Scrape sides often.
- Pour batter into pan and bake for 26 minutes.
- Cool on wire rack and allow to cool completely before placing in fridge and slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.7, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 231.5, Carbohydrate 48.8, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 26.7, Protein 5.8
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your blondies will be.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the blondies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the blondies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the blondies are cooked through.
- Let the blondies cool completely before cutting them: This will help them to hold their shape.
- Store the blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also freeze the blondies for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
These chickpea blondies are a delicious and healthy treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, making them a great option for people with dietary restrictions. The blondies are also packed with nutrients, including protein, fiber, and potassium. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these chickpea blondies a try!
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