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Chickpea chocolate cookies

By Abigail Donnelly

Serves 12

Difficulty Easy

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cooking Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

2 1⁄4 cups canned chickpeas, drained
2 t vanilla extract
1⁄2 cup macadamia nut butter
1⁄4 cup maple syrup
Salt a pinch
50 g dark chocolate, chopped

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

2. Blend all ingredients, except the chocolate, in a food processor until smooth. Mix in the chocolate by hand.

3. With wet hands, roll the mixture into balls and place on a greased or lined baking tray. Press down gently with your fingers.

4. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Chef's note: Make one giant cookie, or 12 small ones!

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Ingredients

Method