Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 15 Ounce Can Chickpeas (drained and rinsed well)
- 3/4 Cup Peanut Butter (or substitute any nut butter or sunflower seed butter)
- 1/3 Cup Maple Syrup
- 3 Tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 Teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Baking Soda
- 3 Tablespoons Milk of Choice
- 1/2 Cup Chocolate Chips (plus a few more to sprinkle on top)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the brownies.
- Drain and rinse: Open the can of chickpeas, drain the liquid (save for aquafaba if desired), and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.
- Pulse ingredients: Add the rinsed chickpeas, peanut butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, and baking soda to a food processor. Pulse to combine until a thick batter forms.
- Add milk: Pour in the milk of your choice and pulse again until the batter becomes smooth and well blended.
- Add chocolate chips: Stir in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into the batter carefully for even distribution.
- Prepare pan: Grease a 9×4 inch loaf pan or an 8×8 inch square pan for thinner brownies, then transfer the batter evenly into the pan.
- Top with chocolate chips: Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top of the batter to create a melty, chocolatey crust as it bakes.
- Bake brownies: Bake the brownies for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your fudgy, chocolaty treat!
Notes
- Use aquafaba (reserved chickpea liquid) as an egg substitute in other recipes for an egg-free alternative.
- Substitute peanut butter with almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or other nut/seed butters for different flavors.
- For a vegan version, ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free and use plant-based milk.
- Adjust baking time if using a different size or type of pan to avoid over/under baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free