Description
This decadent Brownie Batter Chocolate Hummus is a creamy, chocolatey dip made from chickpeas and rich cocoa powder, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and coconut sugar. Perfect as a healthy yet indulgent snack or dessert, it blends nut butter and vanilla for extra depth, offering a guilt-free treat that pairs wonderfully with fruits, pretzels, or graham crackers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas or black beans (about 15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar (or more to taste)
- 1/3 cup runny almond butter (or other nut/seed butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1-2 tbsp non-dairy milk (such as almond milk), as needed to thin
Instructions
- Drain beans: Drain and rinse the chickpeas or black beans thoroughly under cold water to remove any canning liquid and reduce bean flavor.
- Add to food processor: Place the rinsed beans into a food processor or high-speed blender, ensuring it’s ready for blending.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, coconut sugar, almond butter, vanilla bean paste, and salt to the beans in the processor. Exclude the non-dairy milk for now.
- Blend: Blend all ingredients on high until completely smooth, which should take about 1 to 2 minutes depending on your equipment. If the mixture is too thick or difficult to blend, gradually add 1 to 2 tablespoons of non-dairy milk to achieve the desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust: Sample the hummus and adjust sweetness or saltiness as needed. The blending can warm the mixture slightly, so consider the next step before serving.
- Chill: Transfer the hummus to a container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (longer if possible) to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to thicken into a creamy brownie batter consistency.
- Serve: Serve chilled with fresh strawberries, apple slices, pretzels, graham crackers, or any preferred dippers. For an extra indulgent twist, fold in 1/4 cup chocolate chips before chilling.
Notes
- You can substitute chickpeas with black beans for a slightly different flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup or coconut sugar depending on your taste preference.
- If you prefer a smoother or thinner consistency, add a little more non-dairy milk gradually while blending.
- Refrigeration improves flavor melding and texture; do not skip chilling.
- Add chocolate chips last to keep their shape and add texture contrast.
- This hummus keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
