Description
Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookies – Soft, chewy, and protein-packed treats made with creamy peanut butter and chickpeas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2–3 tbsp dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, blend the chickpeas, peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, baking powder, and salt until completely smooth.
- Stir in chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden on the edges.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Optional dark chocolate chips can be added for extra sweetness.
- Yields about 12 cookies.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookies, Peanut Butter Cookies, Chickpea Cookies, Protein Cookies, Healthy Cookies