I was hesitant to call this masterpiece “dessert” hummus because that implies that eating it in-between breakfast, lunch and dinner would be a no-no.
But that’s most definitely a yes-yes. In fact, I encourage it!
“Dessert” merely implies that this isn’t the salty, garlicy luscious legume fest that we’re usually drooling over. This is the sweet, chocolatey, peanut buttery kind that kills me every.freaking.time.
I could tell you to eat it with apples or gluten-free-sugar-free-taste-free cookies, but lez be honest and say that the vehicle of choice here is a spoon. Or a shovel.
Or a finger.
Or a tongue.
No judgements.
For whatever reason, this delicacy grows exponentially in deliciousness after it has been refrigerated. The texture is STUPID good. You’ll know what I mean when you taste it. The moral of the story is that good things come to those who wait, so let your lovely legumes chill in the fridge for a good hour or two before you faceplant into them.
I originally created this recipe as one of the forty for my pals over at Simple Truth, so if you’ve already seen it over there, I’m sorry for the repeat. But this is so darn good that I had to share it over on this space, too. It would be straight-up rude not to.
Go make thissss okeee bye.
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A sweet twist on classic hummus, loaded with creamy peanut butter, cocoa and pure maple syrup!
Ingredients
- 1–15oz can of chickpeas, drained and very well rinsed
- 1/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tbsp unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Drain chickpeas and rinse very well. Combine all ingredients in a large food processor.
- Blend for a full two minutes. Scrape down the sides and blend a bit longer, or until very smooth.
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.
- Serve with pretzels, apple slices, cookies, graham crackers, etc.
Notes
Recipe originally posted on Simple Truth
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This look amazing, how creative!
What a creative idea! Hummus has always been a savory snack in mind. I love that you went to opposite direction… and no, there’s no need to save it for dessert.
Glad we’re in agreement! Hummus is just fabulous, sweet or savory!
What a creative idea! Hummus has always been a savory snack in mind. I love that you went to opposite direction… and no, there’s no need to save it for dessert.
Glad we’re in agreement! Hummus is just fabulous, sweet or savory!
What a super hummus! And I definitely wouldn’t save it for dessert. This is for anytime.
Agreed. Dessert shmessert.
What a super hummus! And I definitely wouldn’t save it for dessert. This is for anytime.
Agreed. Dessert shmessert.
Dessert hummus?! This must be heaven! Looks like it’s kind of the uncooked batter from chickpea cookies! Aka. DELICIOUS!! 🙂
You’re spot on! This is TOTALLY like chickpea cookie batter 🙂 AKA heaven!
Dessert hummus?! This must be heaven! Looks like it’s kind of the uncooked batter from chickpea cookies! Aka. DELICIOUS!! 🙂
You’re spot on! This is TOTALLY like chickpea cookie batter 🙂 AKA heaven!
I’m thinking fistfuls…but as mentioned, post-beano.
Legit I need to start taking beano….#TMI
I’m thinking fistfuls…but as mentioned, post-beano.
Legit I need to start taking beano….#TMI
Eat it with your finger, right out of the processor, but make sure it’s not plugged in! Haha that could end badly. Dessert hummus is the greatest. I do like to eat it with apples, though 😉
Oh dear….turning the food processor off is definitely a good idea! SO good with apples 🙂
Eat it with your finger, right out of the processor, but make sure it’s not plugged in! Haha that could end badly. Dessert hummus is the greatest. I do like to eat it with apples, though 😉
Oh dear….turning the food processor off is definitely a good idea! SO good with apples 🙂
LOVE dessert hummus and LOVE PB and chocolate, so this basically is a match made in heaven!
It’s my new fave combo! So heavenly.
LOVE dessert hummus and LOVE PB and chocolate, so this basically is a match made in heaven!
It’s my new fave combo! So heavenly.
YUM! Brilliant dessert idea Alexis! This looks too good for a spoon -I think I am gonna need a shovel!
You’re so right–a shovel, indeed!
YUM! Brilliant dessert idea Alexis! This looks too good for a spoon -I think I am gonna need a shovel!
You’re so right–a shovel, indeed!