This Chocolate Hummus recipe is so easy to make, and you can whip up this easy dessert or appetizer in just five minutes! (You might also like to check out this Peanut Butter Caramel Apple Dip recipe.)
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When it comes to finding healthy recipes that my kids will want can be a challenge. If you have picky eaters in your household, you will be shocked to find how much they love this chocolate hummus recipe!
If you have ever tried Trader Joe's sweet dessert hummus, then you know how yummy chocolate dessert hummus can be. I'll go so far as to say that this creamy dip is better than anything you can get at the grocery store.
Your kids will love dunking pita chips, pretzels, or apple slices into this healthy hummus dip. Not only is this a great healthy and family-friendly recipe, but you can whip up this easy treat in only five minutes, and it can be easily customizable for a gluten-free, dairy-free, and even vegan treat.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Chocolate hummus is made with chickpeas, so it's a great healthy snack.
- This is a super family-friendly recipe that everyone is going to love.
- You can make this brownie batter hummus recipe in about 5 minutes!
- Chocolate hummus tastes just like frosting!
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some questions (and answers!) readers often ask about our chocolate hummus recipe.
This spread is creamy like Nutella (but with less sugar) and tastes just like chocolate!
The main ingredient in this dip is chickpeas, which are, according to NutritionFacts.org, "loaded with protein, iron, and zinc... [and] fiber, folate, and potassium." In other words, yes, chocolate hummus is a good-for-you treat with no guilt!
There are so many ways to enjoy this! Try dipping strawberries, pita chips, apple slices or pretzels into the chocolate dessert hummus. It's also yummy on waffles, banana bread, and toast.
Store chocolate hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Ingredients
This is meant to be a brief overview of how to make chocolate hummus. For step-by-step instructions and a full recipe card (printable) with ingredients, please scroll down to the teal box below.
You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make this sweet recipe:
- Canned Chickpeas: These are traditional in hummus. However, some readers have substituted black beans or garbanzo beans.
- Cocoa Powder:
- Milk: Use your milk of choice, cow, almond, and soy all work. For a thicker consistency, use less milk. Alternatively, use more milk for a thinner dip.
- Sweetener: Use either honey or agave syrup.
- Vanilla Extract: I highly recommend using a good quality pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- Optional: You can top your chocolate hummus with flaked coconut and/or mini chocolate chips for garnish if you like.
Variations:
- Substitute the honey or agave nectar for maple syrup.
- For added nutrition, use ground chia seeds or milled flax seeds.
- Add 2 tablespoons of peanut butter, or other nut butters such as almond butter, or cashew butter, for a little added protein.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, add two tablespoons of dark chocolate nibs.
Storage
If you store your chocolate hummus in an airtight container, it will last 3-5 days. (These are my favorite airtight containers.)
Serving Suggestions
My favorite way to eat this sweet hummus is with cinnamon graham crackers. It really satisfies my chocolate cravings!
Toast, chips, pretzels, crackers, pita chips, and fresh fruit like apple slices and fresh strawberries are all delicious with this chocolate hummus.
It's also a great way to get extra nutrition into your kids! Set a plate of their favorite fruits with this delicious dip and watch them chow down!
It's also a nice addition to a Fruit and Cheese Platter when you're entertaining.
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Chocolate Hummus
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How to Make Chocolate Hummus
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Ingredients
- 1 15.5 oz can of chickpeas drained
- ½ cup of cocoa powder
- ¼ cup of milk
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla
Instructions
- In a food processor, add all of the ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy.1 15.5 oz can of chickpeas drained, ½ cup of cocoa powder, ¼ cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla
- For thicker consistency, use less milk, for thinner, more milk.
Notes
Is chocolate hummus good for you?
The main ingredient in this dip is chickpeas, which are, according to NutritionFacts.org, "loaded with protein, iron, and zinc... [and] fiber, folate, and potassium." In other words, yes, chocolate hummus is a good-for-you treat with no guilt!What is good with Chocolate Hummus?
- strawberries
- pita chips
- apple slices
- pretzels
How long does chocolate hummus last?
Store chocolate hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Variations- Substitute the honey or agave nectar for maple syrup.
- For added nutrition, use ground chia seeds or
- Add 2 tablespoons of peanut butter, or other nut butters, for a little added protein.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, add 2 tablespoons of dark chocolate nibs.
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