Easy Chocolate Hummus in 5-Minutes
Chocolate hummus is a delectable treat because it blends the creamy, rich flavor of chocolate with the wholesome goodness of chickpeas, making it both indulgent and nutritious. Packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, it’s a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet cravings! Vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free.
Chocolate hummus is a great dip to use with fresh fruit and pretzels. I’ve served it at showers and parties and received terrific feedback. If you’ve got 5 minutes and a blender, you’ve got a delicious healthy vegan dessert.
Quick healthy desserts are something that we know all about, and if that is what you are looking for, be sure to try our stuffed dates and vegan chocolate balls for those parties and gatherings as well.
Reasons I love chocolate hummus
- Healthy and Nutritious: Chocolate hummus combines the protein and fiber-rich benefits of chickpeas with the antioxidant properties of cocoa, making it a guilt-free treat that satisfies sweet cravings while providing essential nutrients.
- Versatile and Delicious: This unique spread can be enjoyed in various ways, from dipping fresh fruit and pretzels to spreading on toast or incorporating it into desserts, offering a delicious and versatile addition to any snack or meal.
- Allergy-Friendly and Vegan: Chocolate hummus is naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan, making it an inclusive and safe option for those with dietary restrictions or allergies, ensuring everyone can enjoy its delightful taste.
Ingredients you will need
Traditional hummus recipes are made from chickpeas (or garbanzo beans), and I would never have dreamed of combining beans with chocolate. Yuck! But, I will happily admit that I was wrong. This stuff is amazing, and it’s made with only 7 simple ingredients.
- Chickpeas- These are the base of this hummus and all hummus recipes like my basic garlic hummus and this roasted red pepper hummus. Other beans such as black beans and great northern beans can also be used.
- Cocoa powder- Unsweetened cocoa powder gives the chocolatey flavor.
- Peanut butter or PB2 – Nut butter is optional, but I highly recommend it. Almond butter can also be used.
- Maple syrup- This natural sweetener is perfect for dessert hummus.
- Plant milk- Keep this recipe dairy-free by using almond milk, soy, or another variety.
- Vanilla extract– Enhances the overall flavor profile by adding a subtle sweetness and depth that complements the richness of the cocoa.
Chocolate hummus tips & substitutions
- Chickpeas- Use one 15 oz. can of chickpeas or make your own home-cooked Instant Pot chickpeas. Always drain and rinse canned beans before using them to remove at least 40% of the salt and preservatives.
- Nut butter- The peanut butter or PB2 is completely optional. If you use PB2, use 2 tablespoons of the powder to 1 tablespoon of water. Other kinds of butter such as almond or cashew can be substituted. For those with nut allergies, Sunbutter made with sunflower seeds is a great option.
- Plant milk- Use almond, soy, or other plant milk.
- Frosting- If using this recipe as a frosting, adding an extra tablespoon of maple syrup will really sweeten it up more. You’ll also want to blend it until completely smooth.
- Tweaking- Adjust the salt and maple syrup to your personal tastes.
How to make chocolate hummus
The recipe card at the bottom of the page has the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions.
STEP #1: Place all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. You can make your own fresh chickpeas or open a 15 oz can of precooked beans.
STEP #2: Blend the ingredients until they are slightly smooth. I like my hummus a little grainy, but if you like yours completely smooth, just keep blending.
If your blender has a hard time mixing the ingredients, you might need to stop it, stir (or burp) it, and continue blending until you get it to a good consistency.
I love my 5200 Series Vitamix because it comes with a tamper that allows me to keep the ingredients moving while they are processing without stopping and stirring.
I like hummus nice and thick with a little bit of graininess to it. It’s delicious when eaten from a spoon or even used as icing.
Your Questions Answered:
As far as snacking goes, it is a healthy option that is low in sugar and high in fiber and antioxidants.
Though its texture is similar to chocolate icing, the flavor is less sweet than frosting. It is very chocolatey and more fudge-like in flavor.
There really are lots of options such as spread over a bagel, as a dip for fresh strawberries and other fruit, and even on crackers or cookies like my oatmeal walnut vegan cookies.
Keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and it will keep for up to 7-10 days.
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Chocolate Hummus
Ingredients
- 1 can cooked chickpeas (1.5 cups)
- 3.5 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter or PB2 powder optional
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup adjust to taste preference
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons plant milk optional
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- crushed walnuts optional
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until slightly smooth. If necessary, stop blender and scrape down sides and continue to mix until desired texture.
- If using crushed walnuts, stir them in before serving. Non-dairy chocolate chips are also a great addition.
- Serve on fruit, bagels, or as a frosting.
- If using as a frosting, you may want to add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup and blend until completely smooth.
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I certainly want to make this. Does it freeze well? Thanks.
Hi Alice- I haven’t tried freezing it before but would love to know how it does if you give it a try.