Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Chickpea BarsMeris Resources2019-07-02T16:00:42-04:00

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Chickpea Bars

*Added protein to this dessert, makes this dessert nutritious and delicious.

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/3 cup unsweetened peanut butter
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 2/3 cup low-sugar maple syrup
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¾ cup dark chocolate chips or chunks

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8 x 8 baking pan with parchment paper
2. Add all ingredients to the blender except for the chocolate
3. Blend until completely smooth and then stir in chocolate chips/chunks
4. Transfer the batter to the baking dish and smooth into an even layer
5. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes
6. Allow the bars to sit for 1 hour before cutting to help them set

“The Heart of Cooking,” (2019, Page Publishing, $34.95)