Chocolate Hummus Recipe
This Chocolate Hummus recipe is a delicious and healthy twist on traditional hummus, combining creamy chickpeas with rich cocoa powder and natural sweeteners. Perfect as a snack or dessert dip, it’s dairy-free, vegan, and packed with protein and fiber, making it a guilt-free indulgence.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Chocolate Hummus Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Prepare Ingredients: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly to remove any canning liquid and reduce sodium content. Gather all other ingredients for easy access.
- Combine in Food Processor: Add chickpeas, cocoa powder, maple syrup, tahini, almond milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into a food processor.
- Blend Until Smooth: Process the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Serve: Transfer the chocolate hummus into a serving bowl. Enjoy as a dip with fresh fruit, crackers, or use as a spread or dessert component.
Notes
- Adjust the almond milk quantity to reach your desired consistency.
- For a sweeter hummus, increase the maple syrup slightly.
- This chocolate hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Use natural unsweetened cocoa powder for best flavor.
- Optional toppings include chopped nuts, sea salt, or coconut flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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