Decadent Chocolate Peppermint Dessert Hummus Recipe
This Chocolate Peppermint Dessert Hummus is a delightful twist on traditional hummus, combining creamy chickpeas with rich cocoa and refreshing peppermint. Perfect for dipping or enjoying by the spoonful, it’s a unique and irresistible treat for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can Canned Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Agave Nectar
- 1/2 teaspoon Peppermint Extract (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup Liquid (Dairy or Non-Dairy Milk, such as unsweetened almond milk)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Pinch of Salt
- Optional Mix-ins/Garnish: mini chocolate chips, crushed candy canes, or chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Chickpeas. Drain your can of chickpeas very well and rinse them under cold running water for at least a minute. Optionally, rub the chickpeas between your fingers to remove their thin skins for a smoother texture.
- Step 2: Initial Blend. Transfer the rinsed chickpeas to a high-speed blender or food processor. Add about half of the specified liquid and begin to process the chickpeas, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Step 3: Add the Flavor Powerhouses. Once the chickpeas are creamy, add the unsweetened cocoa powder, your chosen sweetener, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Step 4: Blend Until Silky Smooth. Continue blending the mixture, scraping down the sides frequently until the hummus is incredibly smooth. If too thick, add the remaining liquid, a tablespoon at a time.
- Step 5: Taste and Adjust. Taste your hummus and adjust sweetness or peppermint flavor as desired by adding more sweetener or peppermint extract.
- Step 6: Chill and Serve. Transfer the hummus to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve with optional mix-ins like mini chocolate chips or crushed candy canes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: For ultimate smoothness, consider peeling the skins off the chickpeas. Adjust the peppermint extract and sweetener to your taste, and remember that chilling the hummus enhances the flavors.