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Chickpea Cookie Dough Energy Bites Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings (small bite-sized balls)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Chickpea Cookie Dough is a delicious and healthy no-bake treat made with canned chickpeas, peanut butter, and maple syrup. It’s naturally sweetened, packed with protein, and perfect for a quick snack or dessert that feels indulgent but is wholesome and vegan-friendly.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
  • ½ cup peanut butter
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup, or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • â…› teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons peanuts


Instructions

  1. Blend Ingredients: Combine the drained chickpeas, peanut butter, maple syrup, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and salt in a powerful blender like a Vitamix®. Blend until the mixture is smooth, using the tamper as needed to ensure even blending. Then transfer the mixture into a bowl.
  2. Add Mix-Ins: Gently fold the vegan chocolate chips and peanuts into the blended chickpea mixture to evenly distribute them without breaking the chips or nuts.
  3. Form Balls: Using your hands or a spoon, roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls. Place them on a plate or tray to serve immediately or chill briefly to set.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond or cashew butter for peanut butter if preferred.
  • Adjust the maple syrup to your desired sweetness level.
  • To keep the balls fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • For a nuttier texture, lightly toast the peanuts before adding.
  • This recipe is easily doubled or tripled for larger batches.
  • Ensure the chickpeas are well-drained and rinsed to avoid excess moisture in the dough.