Vegan Chickpea Brownies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
16
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Calories
199 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
American, gluten-free
Vegan Chickpea Brownies
Description
Vegan Chickpea Brownies blend chickpeas, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vegan chocolate chips to create a dense, fudgy texture. The recipe starts by melting chocolate chips in warm non-dairy milk and maple syrup, then processing this with chickpeas, nut butter, sugars, and almond flour for a smooth batter. Folding in extra chocolate chips adds more texture. Baking at 350°F produces brownies that hold together with a soft yet firm crumb. The inclusion of almond flour and baking powder helps achieve the right structure without traditional flour. These brownies balance subtle nutty flavors with rich cocoa and melted chocolate, with sweetness adjusted by coconut sugar and maple syrup.
The brownies work well as a plant-based dessert or snack, suitable for those avoiding dairy and eggs. They feature simple pantry staples and require minimal preparation beyond blending ingredients in a food processor. Almond flour can be substituted with other flours when nut allergies are a concern, as noted in the recipe tips.
For a chewier brownie, a bit of oil can be added. Maple syrup and coconut sugar amounts can be adjusted for desired sweetness. The original notes also mention nut-free substitutions by using sunflower seed butter and alternative flours. These details help accommodate various dietary needs while retaining the recipe's integrity.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup non-dairy milk such as almond or coconut or soy
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips vegan
- 15 oz chickpeas drained, or 1.5 cups cooked, canned
- 3/4 cup peanut butter or use sunbutter to make nut-free, such as almond or cashew nut butter
- 5 tbsp coconut sugar use 7-8 tbsp for sweeter, or other sugar
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour , see note for nutfree
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 to 1/4 tsp salt depends if nut butter and chickpeas already salted
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 4 tbsp vegan chocolate chips for folding in and for topping
Instructions
- Heat the non dairy milk and maple syrup in a skillet or microwave until just about boiling. Take off heat. Add the chocolate chips. Mix until melted and smooth and set aside. Line a brownie pan with parchment. Preheat the oven to 350 deg F (180 C).
- Add chickpeas, nutbutter, coconut sugar, cocoa, vanilla, salt and baking powder to a food processor. Process for half a minute. (The nut butter might not fully incorporate, which is ok)
- Add the warm melted chocolate + milk mix (from step 1), almond flour and process again until smooth and even mixture. Add a tbsp more milk if too thick. (Or add 2 tbsp oil for chewier result)
- Fold in 2 tbsp chocolate chips into the batter. Transfer the batter immediately to the parchment lined brownie pan. Spread using a spatula. to even out the top as much as possible. (This batter doesnt melt like regular brownie, so the uneven top will bake uneven. and not even out during baking). Sprinkle some chocolate chips on top.
- Bake at 350 F for 35 to 40 mins. Cool for 10 mins then slice and serve with whipped coconut cream or vanilla ice cream. Store on the counter for the day and refrigerate for upto 5 days. Freeze for upto a month
Notes
- Use sunbutter instead of peanut butter to make these brownies nut-free.
- Substitute almond flour with all-purpose or wheat flour to avoid nuts; oat flour also works for gluten-free options.
- Adjust sweetness by using 7 to 8 tablespoons of coconut sugar if you prefer a sweeter brownie.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 38mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 164mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 5IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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