Description
These Vegan Cinnamon Chickpea Blondies are a deliciously soft and chewy treat made with wholesome ingredients like chickpeas, almond butter, and oat flour. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and spiced with cinnamon, they offer a healthier twist on classic blondies without any dairy or eggs. Perfect for a vegan snack or dessert, these blondies bake to golden perfection and can be customized with dairy-free chocolate chips for an extra indulgent touch.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- â…“ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- â…“ cup oat flour
- ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the blondies.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no chickpea chunks left.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Add the baking soda, baking powder, and oat flour to the blended mixture. Blend again just until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated to form a batter.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips: If using, gently fold the dairy-free chocolate chips into the batter to evenly distribute them without overmixing.
- Bake: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the blondies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the baking dish before slicing into squares. This helps them set properly and keeps them from crumbling.
Notes
- Ensure the chickpeas are well rinsed and drained to avoid a beany taste.
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or other nut butters based on preference.
- Oat flour can be substituted with other gluten-free flours if needed, but may alter texture slightly.
- Add-ins like nuts or dried fruit can be included for extra texture and flavor.
- Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These blondies freeze well; wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
