Wholesome no-bake bites made with creamy chickpeas, nut butter, maple syrup, and dark chocolate chips.
# Components:
→ Legumes
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Nut and Seed Butters
02 - 1/3 cup natural almond butter or peanut butter
→ Sweeteners
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
→ Flavorings
04 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
05 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Flour
06 - 1/3 cup oat flour, certified gluten-free
→ Chocolate
07 - 1/3 cup vegan dark chocolate chips
# Method:
01 - In a food processor, combine drained chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
02 - Add oat flour to the processor and blend until fully combined and a cohesive dough forms.
03 - Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and fold in dark chocolate chips using a spatula until evenly distributed.
04 - Scoop heaping tablespoon portions of dough and roll into uniform balls between your palms.
05 - Arrange bites on a parchment-lined tray. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for enhanced firmness. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week.