Healthy Chickpea Cookie Dough (Gluten Free)
Elevate your snack game with healthy chickpea cookie dough (gluten free)! Made from wholesome ingredients, this cookie dough is not only gluten-free but also packed with plant-based protein and fiber.
Chickpea Cookie Dough: 5 Ingredient, Easy Recipe
All you will need to make this delicious, healthy chickpea cookie dough recipe is:
Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Pure maple syrup or preferred sweetener (can easily be substituted with honey or agave)
Peanut butter or nut butter of choice (sunflower butter for nut allergies)
Almond flour
Dairy-free chocolate chips - I personally love Enjoy Life Rice Milk Chocolate Chips, but any brand will do!
How to Make Healthy Chickpea Cookie Dough (Gluten Free)
Add chickpeas, maple syrup (or preferred sweetener), almond flour and peanut butter to a food processor.
2. Blend on low until well combined and consistency is smooth. Taste test and add more sweetener as necessary.
3. Add dairy-free chocolate chips to the chickpea mixture.
4. Fold in chocolate chips and refrigerate for an hour before enjoying. Beware: you will eat this all in one sitting.
Health Benefits of Chickpea Cookie Dough:
Chickpeas are high in fiber, selenium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin D, calcium and iron. Chickpeas are also low in sodium, cholesterol-free, and a good source of polyunsaturated fats, making them a heart-healthy food.
Maple syrup is more than just a natural sweetener, it is rich in antioxidants and contains phenolic compounds that can help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
Additionally, maple syrup is a source of essential minerals such as manganese, zinc, and calcium, which play important roles in immune function, bone health, and metabolism.
Unlike refined sugars, it has a lower glycemic index, meaning it may cause a slower rise in blood sugar levels.
Peanut butter is a good source of plant protein, fiber, selenium, potassium, vitamins E, K and B6, calcium, magnesium, and iron.
Almond flour is a gluten-free flour made from ground up almonds. Almond flour is nutrient-dense - rich in monounsaturated fats, magnesium, vitamin E, and antioxidants.
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Healthy Chickpea Cookie Dough (Gluten Free)
Recipe Author: Nicole Riggs
A delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional cookie dough! Made from wholesome chickpeas, this cookie dough is packed with protein and fiber while being entirely gluten-free and plant-based. It is sweetened naturally and includes nutritious ingredients, making it a guilt-free treat that you can enjoy straight from the bowl. Enjoy the rich flavors and wholesome benefits of a treat that’s both tasty and nourishing!
Equipment:
Food processor, dry measuring cups
Ingredients:
1 can chickpeas
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup almond flour
3/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
pinch of salt
Instructions:
Blend all ingredients, aside from dairy-free chocolate chips, until smooth and well combined.
Add dairy-free chocolate chips and mix in using a spoon or spatula.
Refrigerate for an hour and enjoy!
