Flourless Almond Butter Blondies
Gluten-free, dairy-free, and oh-so-delicious, these chewy, gooey blondies are easy to make and even easier to devour.
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup almond butter, or peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey, or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Spray an 8x8-inch square pan with oil spray or line with parchment paper with overhang for easy removal.
- Place all the ingredients except for the chocolate chips (and pecans, if using) in a food processor and process until the batter is smooth and creamy. It comes together quick.
- Remove the blade and fold in the chocolate chips and optional pecans by hand. (The batter will be thick.) Pour batter in prepared pan and smooth with spatula or back of spoon to evenly distribute.
- Bake in oven for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges are slightly golden brown. Remove from oven and allow blondies to cool on the counter for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
• You can enjoy these delicious treats immediately—they’re like a warm and gooey cross between brownies and cookie dough! Or, let them firm in the pan (on the counter or in the fridge) a few hours or overnight for a more traditional chewy blondie texture.
• If using pecans, add about 15 calories per square.
Ingredient swap:
• If you’re out of chickpeas, canned white beans (such as cannellini, navy, and great northern) work just as well. You can also use any nut or seed butter in place of almond and peanut butter.
Dietary considerations:
• If you’re following a gluten-free diet, be sure to carefully read the packaging for each ingredient. While these foods are inherently gluten-free, gluten can sometimes be added during processing for a variety of reasons, including for flavor and consistency.
• If you’re following a dairy-free diet, ensure the chocolate you’re using does not contain dairy.
Nutrition Information per serving
Calories: 160Carbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gTotal Fat: 8g— Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g— Saturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 170mgFiber: 3gTotal Sugar: 11g— Natural Sugar: 1g— Added Sugar: 10g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.