🍪 Gluten-Free Chickpea Blondies
Vegan · High-Fibre · Naturally Sweetened
Looking for a delicious, guilt-free treat? These chickpea blondies are soft, chewy, and packed with fibre and protein—perfect for a snack or healthy dessert. Bonus: they’re gluten-free and can easily be made vegan!
Ingredients
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1 can (242 g) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
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85 g nut butter (almond, peanut, or your favourite)
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160 g maple syrup or honey (use maple syrup for a vegan version)
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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Optional:
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2 eggs (for a cakier texture—omit for vegan version)
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Chocolate chips for added sweetness and crunch
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend all ingredients (except chocolate chips) in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth.
- Stir in chocolate chips, if using.
- Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined 8×8″ baking dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!
These blondies are great for meal prep, lunchboxes, or a wholesome dessert. They freeze well too—if they last that long! 😉
