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.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 6
- Category: Appetizer
Description
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
- ¼ cup natural creamy peanut butter
- ¼ 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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Dana Renee' says
This is perfect! I was looking for an easy healthy fruit dip other than the same old fruit dip people normally make. This will be perfect to liven up the kids' school lunches. A little tip on the juice from cans - I always save any can-juice from beans, veggies, etc. and freeze to use in future soups or as the base to cook rice, quinoa, etc. I also save the juice from canned fruit (not the syrupy kinds), add water and freeze into pops or we just drink it as a juice.
Alexis says
I'm so glad you liked it, Dana!
Dana Renee' says
This is perfect! I was looking for an easy healthy fruit dip other than the same old fruit dip people normally make. This will be perfect to liven up the kids' school lunches. A little tip on the juice from cans - I always save any can-juice from beans, veggies, etc. and freeze to use in future soups or as the base to cook rice, quinoa, etc. I also save the juice from canned fruit (not the syrupy kinds), add water and freeze into pops or we just drink it as a juice.
Alexis says
I'm so glad you liked it, Dana!
Violette says
Will this survive if I freeze it? I'm going away and I want to be able to just defrost it to eat again when I get back!
Alexis says
I'm not sure--I've never tried that! I don't really see why not though. Hope it works out 🙂
Violette says
Will this survive if I freeze it? I'm going away and I want to be able to just defrost it to eat again when I get back!
Alexis says
I'm not sure--I've never tried that! I don't really see why not though. Hope it works out 🙂
LB says
Oh my!! YUM YUM YUM! I just made it and it's chilling in my frig!! YUM YUM YUM!! That's a 6 YUM rating. Very rare when it comes to beans and chocolate. The black bean brownies and the chickpea chocolate chip cookie didn't come close.
I know this is sacrilige, but I ran out of chick peas and used navy beans. In case you're wondering, they are a most excellent substitute. Next I'll have to try the snickerdoodle hummus. Are you thinking of a chocolate chip cookie hummus? Brownie hummus? Pleeez!!
Alexis says
Six yums?!? Fabulous!! I'm glad to know that navy beans worked well! Brownie hummus sounds amaaaaze--I'll get to work 😉
LB says
Oh my!! YUM YUM YUM! I just made it and it's chilling in my frig!! YUM YUM YUM!! That's a 6 YUM rating. Very rare when it comes to beans and chocolate. The black bean brownies and the chickpea chocolate chip cookie didn't come close.
I know this is sacrilige, but I ran out of chick peas and used navy beans. In case you're wondering, they are a most excellent substitute. Next I'll have to try the snickerdoodle hummus. Are you thinking of a chocolate chip cookie hummus? Brownie hummus? Pleeez!!
Alexis says
Six yums?!? Fabulous!! I'm glad to know that navy beans worked well! Brownie hummus sounds amaaaaze--I'll get to work 😉
Ashley says
This dip was a huge hit at a birthday party, and my toddler loved it, too! Yesterday I decided to wing it and make a similar dip. My husband even liked it! Chickpeas, almond butter, water, vanilla, dates, coconut cream, and cinnamon. Yum!
Alexis says
How ironic--did you see the recipe I posted recently for snickerdoodle hummus? I should have added coconut cream!! Great minds think alike 🙂
Ashley says
This dip was a huge hit at a birthday party, and my toddler loved it, too! Yesterday I decided to wing it and make a similar dip. My husband even liked it! Chickpeas, almond butter, water, vanilla, dates, coconut cream, and cinnamon. Yum!
Alexis says
How ironic--did you see the recipe I posted recently for snickerdoodle hummus? I should have added coconut cream!! Great minds think alike 🙂
Cassie says
I need this RIGHT NOW!!! (so hungry, I should just go eat my lunch and stop looking at all your delish recipes)
Alexis says
Bahaha you DO need it right now. It's seriously beyond delish!
Cassie says
I need this RIGHT NOW!!! (so hungry, I should just go eat my lunch and stop looking at all your delish recipes)
Alexis says
Bahaha you DO need it right now. It's seriously beyond delish!
Ashley says
I'm totally intrigued by this! It sounds delicious! I bet this is delicious with an apple - I usually just use peanut butter but this sounds so much better!
Alexis says
I just finished it off with my last gala apple...off to the store I go!
Ashley says
I'm totally intrigued by this! It sounds delicious! I bet this is delicious with an apple - I usually just use peanut butter but this sounds so much better!
Alexis says
I just finished it off with my last gala apple...off to the store I go!
Selena @ thenutritiouskitchen.com says
This is SO calling my name! It looks like a creamy peanut butter cookie dough, basically all I need in life 🙂 aI'm afraid to make it because I know I'll eat it all in one sitting...
Alexis says
Literally, it's all you need in life. I'm about to make another batch and buy a gazillion apples at the store for dippage!
Selena @ thenutritiouskitchen.com says
This is SO calling my name! It looks like a creamy peanut butter cookie dough, basically all I need in life 🙂 aI'm afraid to make it because I know I'll eat it all in one sitting...
Alexis says
Literally, it's all you need in life. I'm about to make another batch and buy a gazillion apples at the store for dippage!
Alexis says
You're so right--a shovel, indeed!
Alexis says
You're so right--a shovel, indeed!
Alexis says
Legit I need to start taking beano....#TMI
Alexis says
Legit I need to start taking beano....#TMI
Alexis says
This is totes worth the tummmy troubles...I promise.
Alexis says
This is totes worth the tummmy troubles...I promise.
Alexis says
I say that's a delio, my friend! I just finished the rest of it and I'm kind of mourning.
Alexis says
I say that's a delio, my friend! I just finished the rest of it and I'm kind of mourning.
Jess @ JessieBear What Will You Wear? says
deeeee-liiiish
Alexis says
It's my new fave! It's the BOMB with apple slices.
Jess @ JessieBear What Will You Wear? says
deeeee-liiiish
Alexis says
It's my new fave! It's the BOMB with apple slices.
Beth says
Your style of writing is awesome.
Alexis says
Thanks so much, Beth!
Beth says
Your style of writing is awesome.
Alexis says
Thanks so much, Beth!
Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says
I def want to faceplant in this right now!! YUM!
Alexis says
Faceplanting is encouraged 🙂
Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says
I def want to faceplant in this right now!! YUM!
Alexis says
Faceplanting is encouraged 🙂
Matt @ Runner Savvy says
Definitely interesting...
Matt @ Runner Savvy says
Definitely interesting...
Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes says
What a great idea! I need to try this because I've never had a sweet hummus. The flavour combinations sound so yummy - chocolate and peanut butter are life.
Alexis says
Yes, you must try it! It's my new favorite vehicle for apple slices 🙂
Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes says
What a great idea! I need to try this because I've never had a sweet hummus. The flavour combinations sound so yummy - chocolate and peanut butter are life.
Alexis says
Yes, you must try it! It's my new favorite vehicle for apple slices 🙂
Amanda @ .running with spoons. says
Ermagherddddd. Sub some AB for the PB and I'd be face planting right into this. I've never tried dessert hummus before, but I'm thinking that's what I'll be doing with the can of chickpeas that's been hanging out in my pantry for far too long.
Alexis says
Fo shooooo girl! Dessert hummus is seriously the bomb. I want to start a line of sweet hummuses!!!
Amanda @ .running with spoons. says
Ermagherddddd. Sub some AB for the PB and I'd be face planting right into this. I've never tried dessert hummus before, but I'm thinking that's what I'll be doing with the can of chickpeas that's been hanging out in my pantry for far too long.
Alexis says
Fo shooooo girl! Dessert hummus is seriously the bomb. I want to start a line of sweet hummuses!!!
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says
I just so happen to have ALL of these ingredients...I think it's a sign? 😉 And seriously...how amazing are chickpeas? They can do so much!
Alexis says
It's most definitely a sign! You NEED to make this, lady.
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says
I just so happen to have ALL of these ingredients...I think it's a sign? 😉 And seriously...how amazing are chickpeas? They can do so much!
Alexis says
It's most definitely a sign! You NEED to make this, lady.
whatjessicabakednext... says
This looks divine!
whatjessicabakednext... says
This looks divine!
cheri says
This look amazing, how creative!
cheri says
This look amazing, how creative!
Dana @ Conscious Kitchen Blog says
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.
Alexis says
Glad we're in agreement! Hummus is just fabulous, sweet or savory!
Dana @ Conscious Kitchen Blog says
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.
Alexis says
Glad we're in agreement! Hummus is just fabulous, sweet or savory!
annie @ chase that i love says
What a super hummus! And I definitely wouldn't save it for dessert. This is for anytime.
Alexis says
Agreed. Dessert shmessert.
annie @ chase that i love says
What a super hummus! And I definitely wouldn't save it for dessert. This is for anytime.
Alexis says
Agreed. Dessert shmessert.
Melissa @ Nourish By Melissa says
Dessert hummus?! This must be heaven! Looks like it's kind of the uncooked batter from chickpea cookies! Aka. DELICIOUS!! 🙂
Alexis says
You're spot on! This is TOTALLY like chickpea cookie batter 🙂 AKA heaven!
Melissa @ Nourish By Melissa says
Dessert hummus?! This must be heaven! Looks like it's kind of the uncooked batter from chickpea cookies! Aka. DELICIOUS!! 🙂
Alexis says
You're spot on! This is TOTALLY like chickpea cookie batter 🙂 AKA heaven!
Ang @ Nutty for Life says
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 😉
Alexis says
Oh dear....turning the food processor off is definitely a good idea! SO good with apples 🙂
Ang @ Nutty for Life says
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 😉
Alexis says
Oh dear....turning the food processor off is definitely a good idea! SO good with apples 🙂
Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says
LOVE dessert hummus and LOVE PB and chocolate, so this basically is a match made in heaven!
Alexis says
It's my new fave combo! So heavenly.
Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says
LOVE dessert hummus and LOVE PB and chocolate, so this basically is a match made in heaven!
Alexis says
It's my new fave combo! So heavenly.