Chickpea Chocolate Pudding

CHOCOLATE PUDDING WITH A HEALTHY TWIST

Have you ever tried adding chickpeas to a dessert before? If not, you should definitely try it. They taste great, especially in combination with chocolate.  Plus, they are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, folate, and iron. They are also low-glycemic and gluten-free! It can’t get better than that, right?

So, if you want to satisfy your sugar cravings the healthy way, this chickpea chocolate pudding recipe is just perfect for you. With only seven ingredients, this healthy treat will take you less than 10 minutes to make. It’s high in protein, easy to make, and seriously yummy.

You can serve it for breakfast, as a healthy snack, light dessert, or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

CHICKPEAS – A NUTRITIONAL POWERHOUSE

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Moreover, they are a great source of plant-based protein which makes them an excellent choice for people following vegan and vegetarian diets. A1-ounce (28-gram) serving provides about 3 grams of protein.

They are an incredibly versatile ingredient to cook or bake with. They can be used in a variety of dishes, both sweet and savory. You can make chickpea veggie burgers, hummus, add them to salads, soups, or roast them for a delicious, crunchy snack. Moreover, you can make the best chocolate cake, muffins, or delicious energy bites. The possibilities are endless.

You can buy chickpeas both dried and pre-cooked in cans.

CHICKPEAS – NUTRITIONAL PROFILE

1 cup (164 g) of cooked chickpeas contains:

Calories: 269
Fat: 4.25 g
Carbs: 45 g
Protein: 14.5 g
Dietary fiber: 12.5 g

HOW TO MAKE CHICKPEA CHOCOLATE PUDDING

STEP 1

Place cooked chickpeas, chunky peanut butter, 1 frozen banana, cacao powder, date syrup, rice milk, and gingerbread spices into a blender and process until smooth and creamy.

STEP 2

Serve in jars and top with berries and mint leaves.

Note: The pudding is ready to eat right away or you can chill it in the fridge for 15 minutes.

TIPS AND HOW-TOS

Peanut butter: I added peanut butter and gingerbread spice mix to the mix but if you prefer, you can add any nut butter or spice you like.

Date syrup: If you prefer, replace it with agave or maple syrup.

Rice milk: You can use other plant-based milk like almond, soy, or oat.

CHICKPEA CHOCOLATE PUDDING IS:

• Vegan
• Gluten-free
• Dairy-free
• Easy to make
• Ready in less than 10 minutes
• Healthy and nutritious

Chickpea Chocolate Pudding

Nensi Beram

High-protein nutritious chickpea chocolate pudding with peanut butter. Perfect for breakfast, light dessert or a healthy snack. Vegan and gluten-free.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cuisine Gluten-free, Vegan

Servings 2

Equipment

• High-speed blender

Ingredients

  

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• 200 g cooked chickpeas well-drained and peeled
• 50 g chunky peanut butter
• 1 frozen banana
• 150 ml rice milk
• 30 g cacao powder
• 3-4 tablespoons date syrup
• gingerbread spice mix (to taste) optional

Instructions

 

• Place all the ingredients into a blender and process until smooth and creamy.
• Serve in jars and top with blueberries and mint leaves.

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* The nutritional information provided is calculated automatically and should be used as an estimate.

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