Flourless Chocolate Chip Blondies (Gluten-Free)

Ingredients

• 1 can (14oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/3 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Grease an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with either butter or coconut oil and set it aside. If you use a 9 x 9-inch pan, the squares will be slightly shorter in height.
• In a food processor or blender, combine all the ingredients (excluding the chocolate chips) and blend until thoroughly mixed, forming a thick and sticky batter.
• After blending, gently fold in the chocolate chips to ensure even distribution within the batter.
• Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to evenly spread it across the pan.
• Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
• Once baked, allow the gluten-free chocolate chip squares to cool completely before slicing them into 9 pieces.
• Store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for several months.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 152 calories
• Sugar: 4 grams
• Fat: 8 grams
• Carbohydrates: 17 grams
• Fiber: 3 grams
• Protein: 5 grams