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Fudgy Chickpea Brownies (sweetened with dates)

These brownies are so incredibly fudgy and delicious, you would never know they are sweetened with fruit and full of protein!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Keyword: dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, sweetened with fruit
Servings: 16 brownies

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup pitted dates soaked in hot water for 5 minutes
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup cacao powder
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8x8 baking dish.
  • Add all of the ingredients (except chocolate chips) to a food processor and process on high until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
  • Use a spatula to spread the batter out onto the baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Cool completely and then cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

These are best stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.