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    Hummusapien Β» Recipes Β» Drinks Β» Snickerdoodle Chickpea Smoothie

    ★★★★★ from 11 reviews

    Snickerdoodle Chickpea Smoothie

    Published Aug 1, 2016 Β· Modified Sep 13, 2022 Β· by Alexis Joseph Β· 55 Comments

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    A deliciously creamy smoothie made with chickpeas that tastes just like a snickerdoodle cookie! Sip on this healthy high-protein Snickerdoodle Chickpea Smoothie for a balanced breakfast or post-workout treat.

    A deliciously creamy smoothie made with chickpeas that tastes just like a snickerdoodle cookie! Sip on this healthy high-protein Snickerdoodle Chickpea Smoothie for a balanced breakfast or post-workout treat.

    THERE. Yeah, I said it.

    Chickpeas. In a smoothie. Not on the side. That would be even weirder.

    Did you know the United Nations declared 2016 the International Year of Pulses? A whole YEAR dedicated to the humble chickpea and her brothers and sisters! I can't even.

    Today I'm teaming up with US Pulses which is basically a dream come true because lezbehonest, I basically am a pulse. Don't know what I mean when I say "pulse?" Pulses are the tiny but mighty superfoods we know as dry peas, chickpeas, beans, and lentils. I love them so very much not just for their fabulous flavor and texture, but because they're bursting with plant-powered protein, filling fiber, iron, folate, and potassium.

    Want to learn more? Of course you do! 'Tis the time to take the pulse pledge, which means committing to eating a serving of heart-healthy pulses each week. Hop on over to PulsePledge.com to make your mark!

    A deliciously creamy smoothie made with chickpeas that tastes just like a snickerdoodle cookie! Sip on this healthy high-protein Snickerdoodle Chickpea Smoothie for a balanced breakfast or post-workout treat.

    If you read this blog often, which clearly you do, you know that pulses are in 98.6% of everything I make that's not a dessert. But don't worry, there's enough Gingerbread Chickpea Blondies and Black Bean Zucchini Cookies to go around, too. They're pretty much undetectable when blended up into cookies, bars, and the like. Versatility at its finest!

    But I can't lie. I was scared to put my precious chickpeas into a slurpable smoothie. Would it taste like hummus? Would I feel the need to add garlic? Oh heavens no.

    So I whizzed up a big honking overripe frozen banana, a spoonful of peanut butter, a heaping teaspoon of cinnamon, a sprinkle of flax, and a quarter cup of chickpeas and VOILA! A thick, creamy, decadent snickerdoodle-ish smoothie that no one would ever in five billion years guess had chickpeas in it was birthed.

    A deliciously creamy smoothie made with chickpeas that tastes just like a snickerdoodle cookie! Sip on this healthy high-protein Snickerdoodle Chickpea Smoothie for a balanced breakfast or post-workout treat.

    So why put chickpeas in your smoothie? Why NOT put chickpeas in your smoothie! They're super nutritious, low in calories, nearly tasteless, and add the most splendid texture to your blend.

    I see this becoming a thing. A daily thing. A very very serious daily thing!!!

    Sip on, smoothievores of mine.

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    Snickerdoodle Chickpea Smoothie Recipe

    ★★★★★ 4.8 from 11 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 5 mins
    • Total Time: 5 mins
    • Yield: 1 1x
    • Category: Smoothie
    • Method: Blender
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    A deliciously creamy Chickpea Smoothie that tastes just like a snickerdoodle cookie! Sip on this healthy high-protein smoothie for a balanced breakfast or post-workout treat.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
    • 1 large overripe sliced frozen banana
    • ¼ cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
    • 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
    • 1 tsp cinnamon
    • 1 tsp ground flaxseed (optional)
    • 1 pitted Medjool date, for extra sweetness

    Instructions

    1. Place all ingredients in a blender (I used my Nutribullet) until smooth and creamy. Add a handful of spinach for extra nutrition!


    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 smoothie
    • Calories: 356
    • Sugar: 28g
    • Sodium: 392mg
    • Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Carbohydrates: 57g
    • Fiber: 10g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg

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    This post is sponsored by US Pulses. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Hummusapien possible!

    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Lisa says

      February 17, 2021 at 5:52 pm

      I made this with our farm fresh milk. I froze the chickpeas + banana and added oats I place of flaxseed: delicious!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Pamela Buckshon says

      September 30, 2020 at 11:52 pm

      Hi! Are you using canned or dried chickpeas? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 01, 2020 at 11:41 am

        Canned!

        Reply
    3. leah says

      July 24, 2019 at 12:01 pm

      Amazing! Healthy, nutritious and delicious =)

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 28, 2019 at 12:04 pm

        Glad you loved it, Leah!

        Reply
    4. Heather says

      July 24, 2019 at 1:52 am

      I didn't have almond milk, so I substituted in a cup water. It worked! This smoothie was delicious!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 28, 2019 at 12:04 pm

        Good to know!

        Reply
    5. Cheri says

      August 24, 2018 at 12:20 am

      I love this smoothie. I add 2 cups of spinach and 1/2 c plain kefir. I've had it for breakfast every day this week!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 24, 2018 at 6:30 pm

        Love it!!

        Reply
    6. Cheri says

      August 24, 2018 at 12:20 am

      I love this smoothie. I add 2 cups of spinach and 1/2 c plain kefir. I've had it for breakfast every day this week!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 24, 2018 at 6:30 pm

        Love it!!

        Reply
    7. Isbelle Wells says

      July 23, 2018 at 9:14 am

      This was soooo good. My 3 year old drank so much of it! She left me just a few drops haha. Only change I made was I added spinach. Thanks for this wonderful recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 24, 2018 at 4:25 pm

        Awwww I’m so glad!

        Reply
    8. Isbelle Wells says

      July 23, 2018 at 9:14 am

      This was soooo good. My 3 year old drank so much of it! She left me just a few drops haha. Only change I made was I added spinach. Thanks for this wonderful recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 24, 2018 at 4:25 pm

        Awwww I’m so glad!

        Reply
    9. amanda says

      April 16, 2018 at 10:06 am

      I just made this and it was absolutely fabulous. Its a new favorite for sure! Love all of your innovative and delicious recipes!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        April 16, 2018 at 12:51 pm

        Fabulous! Thanks for letting me know!

        Reply
    10. amanda says

      April 16, 2018 at 10:06 am

      I just made this and it was absolutely fabulous. Its a new favorite for sure! Love all of your innovative and delicious recipes!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        April 16, 2018 at 12:51 pm

        Fabulous! Thanks for letting me know!

        Reply
    11. Vegan Mummy says

      December 29, 2016 at 8:05 am

      Can I use raisins or something else in place of dates? (I hate them) I can't wait to make this for my little girl and I but minus the chickpeas. =)

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        December 29, 2016 at 11:41 am

        Hey there! I promise you don't notice the chickpeas at all πŸ™‚ I think you'd like this recipe better! it's super old, but a best-seller at Alchemy πŸ™‚ Basically 2 overripe frozen bananas, spoonful of almond butter, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, maple syrup to sweeten if needed, and almond milk to blend. https://www.hummusapien.com/snickerdoodle-smoothie/

        Reply
    12. Vegan Mummy says

      December 29, 2016 at 8:05 am

      Can I use raisins or something else in place of dates? (I hate them) I can't wait to make this for my little girl and I but minus the chickpeas. =)

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        December 29, 2016 at 11:41 am

        Hey there! I promise you don't notice the chickpeas at all πŸ™‚ I think you'd like this recipe better! it's super old, but a best-seller at Alchemy πŸ™‚ Basically 2 overripe frozen bananas, spoonful of almond butter, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, maple syrup to sweeten if needed, and almond milk to blend. https://www.hummusapien.com/snickerdoodle-smoothie/

        Reply
    13. Kara @ Byte Sized Nutrition says

      August 13, 2016 at 1:03 pm

      This is pure GOLD. Chickpeas will never cease to amaze me! Can't wait to give this a try!

      Reply
    14. Kara @ Byte Sized Nutrition says

      August 13, 2016 at 1:03 pm

      This is pure GOLD. Chickpeas will never cease to amaze me! Can't wait to give this a try!

      Reply
    15. Nicole @ What She Ate says

      August 10, 2016 at 2:52 pm

      I love your open mindedness! I agree, why NOT put chickpeas in a smoothie? Strange how some people put food in one category and one category only and not mix sweet with savory or cocoa with beans. The possibilities are endless!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 10, 2016 at 6:06 pm

        Right?! So many yummy pairings!

        Reply
    16. Nicole @ What She Ate says

      August 10, 2016 at 2:52 pm

      I love your open mindedness! I agree, why NOT put chickpeas in a smoothie? Strange how some people put food in one category and one category only and not mix sweet with savory or cocoa with beans. The possibilities are endless!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 10, 2016 at 6:06 pm

        Right?! So many yummy pairings!

        Reply
    17. Wendy says

      August 07, 2016 at 8:30 pm

      I just made this recipe and it was surprisingly smooth and tasty. Chickpeas may be my new favorite smoothie ingredient!

      ★★★★

      Reply
    18. Wendy says

      August 07, 2016 at 8:30 pm

      I just made this recipe and it was surprisingly smooth and tasty. Chickpeas may be my new favorite smoothie ingredient!

      ★★★★

      Reply
    19. Amy says

      August 02, 2016 at 9:19 am

      Oh, I can get behind this!

      Reply
    20. Amy says

      August 02, 2016 at 9:19 am

      Oh, I can get behind this!

      Reply
    21. Lauren says

      August 01, 2016 at 8:34 pm

      This is such a brilliant idea! 100% trying a chickpea smoothie - geeeeenius!

      Reply
    22. Lauren says

      August 01, 2016 at 8:34 pm

      This is such a brilliant idea! 100% trying a chickpea smoothie - geeeeenius!

      Reply
    23. Caitlyn @SoDamnGood says

      August 01, 2016 at 6:33 pm

      Chick peas in a smoothie, who woulda thunk it!

      Reply
    24. Caitlyn @SoDamnGood says

      August 01, 2016 at 6:33 pm

      Chick peas in a smoothie, who woulda thunk it!

      Reply
    25. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

      August 01, 2016 at 5:19 pm

      What a fabulous ingredient for smoothies. Hard to believe. A must try. Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
    26. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

      August 01, 2016 at 5:19 pm

      What a fabulous ingredient for smoothies. Hard to believe. A must try. Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
    27. Meah says

      August 01, 2016 at 3:15 pm

      Leave it to us healthy foodies to find a way to sneak chickpeas into anything. Cookies, brownies, and now smoothies! I'm seriously so intrigues by this recipe, it's so unique. Definitely pinning it πŸ™‚ !

      xxMeah

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    28. Meah says

      August 01, 2016 at 3:15 pm

      Leave it to us healthy foodies to find a way to sneak chickpeas into anything. Cookies, brownies, and now smoothies! I'm seriously so intrigues by this recipe, it's so unique. Definitely pinning it πŸ™‚ !

      xxMeah

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    29. Danielle @ Wild Coast Tales says

      August 01, 2016 at 12:36 pm

      I love it, chickpeas in a smoothie! They blend so well for cookie dough dip and other "desserts" so why not!

      Reply
    30. Danielle @ Wild Coast Tales says

      August 01, 2016 at 12:36 pm

      I love it, chickpeas in a smoothie! They blend so well for cookie dough dip and other "desserts" so why not!

      Reply
    31. ACKTIVE LIFE says

      August 01, 2016 at 11:43 am

      I think that you can honestly put anything into a smoothie as long as you have a banana and nut butter in there too! HA! Love me some chickpeas and that you can throw them into a smoothie...Fun and a little kookie, but I like it!

      Reply
    32. ACKTIVE LIFE says

      August 01, 2016 at 11:43 am

      I think that you can honestly put anything into a smoothie as long as you have a banana and nut butter in there too! HA! Love me some chickpeas and that you can throw them into a smoothie...Fun and a little kookie, but I like it!

      Reply
    33. Julia says

      August 01, 2016 at 11:06 am

      DUH-UUUDE! I would 200% put chickpeas in my smoothie...dunno why I didn't think of that before! Definitely a great way of adding fiber + protein to your morning bevvie. The snickerdoodle flave? Brilliant!

      Reply
    34. Julia says

      August 01, 2016 at 11:06 am

      DUH-UUUDE! I would 200% put chickpeas in my smoothie...dunno why I didn't think of that before! Definitely a great way of adding fiber + protein to your morning bevvie. The snickerdoodle flave? Brilliant!

      Reply
    35. Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

      August 01, 2016 at 8:58 am

      Smoothies are definitely one place where I've never thought to put beans! You've piqued my curiosity for sure now though - especially since I'm in the middle of developing recipes for a class on balanced smoothies at work, and I've realized it's freaking hard to get enough protein into vegan smoothies without protein powder haha.

      Reply
      • Lindsey Noonan says

        August 01, 2016 at 10:00 am

        I've seen a lot of vegan smoothie recipes with cannellini beans or another type of white bean as well. I think they add a creamy base with little taste. Google it and I am sure you will find lots of recipes! πŸ™‚

        Reply
      • Charlotte Dryden says

        January 29, 2017 at 2:55 pm

        Hey, soaked oats are also a great option for vegan protein smoothies, oats, bananas/dates, cinnamon, and peanut butter blend together super well with almond milk!

        Reply
    36. Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

      August 01, 2016 at 8:58 am

      Smoothies are definitely one place where I've never thought to put beans! You've piqued my curiosity for sure now though - especially since I'm in the middle of developing recipes for a class on balanced smoothies at work, and I've realized it's freaking hard to get enough protein into vegan smoothies without protein powder haha.

      Reply
      • Lindsey Noonan says

        August 01, 2016 at 10:00 am

        I've seen a lot of vegan smoothie recipes with cannellini beans or another type of white bean as well. I think they add a creamy base with little taste. Google it and I am sure you will find lots of recipes! πŸ™‚

        Reply
      • Charlotte Dryden says

        January 29, 2017 at 2:55 pm

        Hey, soaked oats are also a great option for vegan protein smoothies, oats, bananas/dates, cinnamon, and peanut butter blend together super well with almond milk!

        Reply
    37. Kelly @ Eat the Gains says

      August 01, 2016 at 8:26 am

      I have definitely thought about putting them in a smoothie, but haven't pulled the trigger yet. Glad you did!

      Reply
    38. Kelly @ Eat the Gains says

      August 01, 2016 at 8:26 am

      I have definitely thought about putting them in a smoothie, but haven't pulled the trigger yet. Glad you did!

      Reply

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