Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookies
A healthier twist on classic cookies, these Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookies are rich in flavor and packed with protein, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan Option
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chickpeas, cooked and mashed
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the mashed chickpeas and peanut butter until well combined.
- Stir in the brown sugar or maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in the chocolate chips if you’re using them.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure your chickpeas are thoroughly mashed for a smoother cookie dough. Customize with a sprinkle of cinnamon or chopped nuts for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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