Enjoy a healthier treat with this vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus. Filled with protein, fiber and a bit of sweetness to satisfy your chocolate craving in a good way!

You know when it hits 3:00pm and you start getting the hunger pangs for your afternoon snack? You have to tell me it’s not just me. Someone? Anyone? I am a snacker.

Sometimes my snack is a savory mini salad or string cheese and some nuts or maybe even as simple as a piece of fruit. But on somedays you just need something a little bit sweet, am I right?

Lately my cravings have been for the chocolate + PB combo, which I know isn’t the healthiest. But I LOVE IT! I have had to find some healthier ways to indulge in my craving so as to not go overboard.

I really like these chocolate peanut butter truffles, but wanted something a bit different.

A couple weeks ago on my friend’s Instagram page, I saw a hack for sweet hummus. In all my cooking and baking, how have I not heard of this before?! It was genius and I needed to try it out ASAP!

Bring back in my current fave combo, and thus my Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus was born.

And oh. my. It is good.

Is Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus Healthy?

This dessert hummus is filled with fiber, protein and healthier fats – all of which will help keep you satisfied and feeling full until your next meal.

It’s not overly sweet, but definitely satisfies the craving for sweetness. Plus, it’s vegan and gluten-free! Seriously, this isn’t a snack where you’ll still be hungry a half an hour later.

How do I make chocolate peanut butter dessert hummus?

I use a food processor to blend everything together, but you could probably use a high powered blender, too. (affiliate links)

Simply put all the ingredients except the milk into your food processor and blend until smooth. Add the milk, about 1 tablespoon at a time, blending until it reaches your desired consistency. I like mine with a medium-thick texture, but you could make your thinner if you want.

I definitely want to try out more flavors of sweet hummus in the future. You can’t even tell that there are beans in it, it’s that good.

If you’re looking for a sweet afternoon snack or a fun new after dinner treat – you need to try this sweet hummus! The only question left is: will you eat it straight out of the bowl or dip some fruit in it?

Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus

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Author: Brittany Poulson
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: ~2 cups
Category: dessert
Method: food processor
Cuisine: American

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Enjoy a healthier treat with this vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus. Filled with protein, fiber and a bit of sweetness to satisfy your chocolate craving in a good way!

Ingredients

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1 can (15 oz) reduced sodium chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup natural peanut butter
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (can sub in honey)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2–4 Tablespoons almond milk (or milk of choice)
Optional: mini chocolate chips, for garnish

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Instructions

Place all the ingredients except the milk into a food processor. Blend until smooth.
Add the milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing to blend until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.
Serve with pretzels, crackers, sliced fruit, etc.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 160
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 237 mg
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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I'm a registered dietitian nutritionist and mom of four with a passion of helping families build confidence in the kitchen. I share family friendly recipes and helpful tips to help you navigate mealtime one bite at a time.