Description
A delightful, protein-packed treat that mimics the taste and texture of cookie dough without using raw eggs or dairy. These chickpea cookie dough balls offer a healthier alternative to traditional cookie dough while satisfying your sweet tooth cravings. They are vegan-friendly, require no baking, and are perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup pure maple syrup, or to taste
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanuts
Instructions
- Combine chickpeas, peanut butter, maple syrup, flour, vanilla, and salt in a powerful blender, such as a Vitamix®.
- Blend until smooth, using the tamper if needed.
- Transfer the smooth mixture to a bowl.
- Stir in the vegan chocolate chips and peanuts, distributing them evenly.
- Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1-inch diameter).
- Serve immediately or refrigerate to firm up.
Notes
- If the mixture is too sticky, refrigerate before rolling into balls.
- Store the cookie dough balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be substituted for peanut butter.
- Variations include Chocolate Lover’s, Oatmeal Cookie Dough, Almond Joy Style, Peanut Butter Cup, Snickerdoodle, and Birthday Cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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