Description
These Vegan Cinnamon Chickpea Blondies are a deliciously moist and healthy treat, packed with protein-rich chickpeas and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Flavored with warm cinnamon and studded with dairy-free chocolate chips, these blondies offer a perfect balance of nutrition and indulgence. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, they are easy to prepare and completely plant-based.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- â…“ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- â…“ cup oat flour
- ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the blondies.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, blend the chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until you achieve a smooth and creamy batter free of lumps.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Add the baking soda, baking powder, and oat flour into the food processor and blend again until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the batter is well combined.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips: If using, fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips gently with a spatula to distribute them evenly without overmixing the batter.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the baking dish before slicing them into 9 equal squares for best texture and ease of serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free option, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.
- Ensure chickpeas are thoroughly rinsed and drained to avoid a beany taste in the blondies.
- Oat flour can be homemade by grinding rolled oats in a blender until fine.
- Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra texture and flavor variation.
