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Chickpea Chocolate Chip Blondie Bars (Gluten-Free)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 16 bars
Calories 180
These gluten-free chickpea blondie bars are rich, chewy, and packed with chocolate chips, perfect for a healthy treat.

Ingredients

Cooking Spray

  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 0.5 cup all natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 0.33 cup pure maple syrup or agave nectar (or honey if not vegan)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp baking soda
  • 0.33 cup vegan (or regular) chocolate chips plus 2 tablespoons
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate chips (for topping)

Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray an 8×8 inch pan with nonstick spray.
  • In a food processor, blend all ingredients except chocolate chips until smooth.
  • Fold in 1/3 cup chocolate chips into the batter.
  • Spread batter evenly in the pan, sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top, then bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Cool for 20 minutes, sprinkle with sea salt, then cut into 16 bars and store in the fridge.

Notes

Use dark chocolate for less sugar, and spray your spatula to prevent sticking.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: Chickpeas, chocolate, gluten free