Tahini-Swirled Chocolate Chickpea Bars
Fudgy chocolate chickpea bars swirled with creamy tahini for a rich, nutty finish. These wholesome treats are naturally gluten-free and packed with deep chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9–12 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons tahini (for swirling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Add chickpeas, tahini, maple syrup, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract to a food processor. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
- Fold in chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Transfer batter to prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Drop spoonfuls of tahini on top and swirl with a knife or toothpick.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly soft.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds for extra texture.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Increase maple syrup slightly for a sweeter taste.
- Substitute tahini with peanut or almond butter if desired.
- Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months and reheat briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
