Gluten Free Chickpea Blondies Recipe
These Gluten Free Blondies are a delicious, chewy treat made with wholesome ingredients like chickpeas, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Naturally gluten free and packed with rich chocolate chips, they offer a healthier alternative to traditional blondies without sacrificing flavor or texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 blondie squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Blondie Batter
- 1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
- ½ cup natural chunky peanut butter
- ¾ cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- Pinch sea salt
Chocolate Chips
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chips (reserve a handful for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 4 inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the blondies after baking.
- Prepare Batter: In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the drained garbanzo beans, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of sea salt. Process until the batter is smooth and creamy, reaching a consistency similar to hummus.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir ½ cup of the dark chocolate chips into the batter gently to distribute evenly.
- Fill Pan: Scoop the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface evenly with a spatula. Then, lightly press the reserved chocolate chips over the top of the batter for a decorative and tasty finish.
- Bake: Bake the blondies in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Oven temperatures vary, so watch for the edges to start browning as a sign of doneness.
- Cool: Allow the blondies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely for at least 60 minutes so they can set properly.
- Slice and Serve: Once fully cooled and set, cut the blondies into squares and serve. Store any leftovers covered at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Using canned garbanzo beans saves time, but be sure to drain and rinse them well to ensure no canned taste remains.
- A natural chunky peanut butter adds texture and flavor, but smooth peanut butter can also work if preferred.
- Maple syrup is preferred for its natural sweetness and depth of flavor; honey could be an alternative if desired.
- If you don’t have a food processor, a high-speed blender will achieve similar smoothness.
- Check doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking and drying out the blondies.
- These blondies keep well at room temperature but can be refrigerated to extend freshness.
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