Description
These Garbanzo Bean Cookie Bars are a wholesome, easy-to-make treat that kids (and adults!) adore. Chewy, sweet, and surprisingly packed with fiber and plant-based protein from their secret ingredient – garbanzo beans – they offer a comforting sweetness without a sugar rush. They are naturally gluten-free, versatile, and perfect as a snack, dessert, or addition to lunchboxes.
Ingredients
Canned Garbanzo Beans: 1 (15-ounce) can (Rinsed and drained thoroughly)
Nut Butter: 1/2 cup (Peanut, almond, or cashew butter)
Maple Syrup: 1/4 cup (Or honey, for natural sweetness)
Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon (Pure vanilla adds depth)
Baking Soda: 1/2 teaspoon (Helps with texture)
Salt: Pinch (Balances flavors)
Chocolate Chips: 1/2 cup (Dark, semi-sweet, or dairy-free)
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. 2. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the rinsed and drained garbanzo beans, nut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Process until completely smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed. Ensure no bean chunks remain for the best texture in your cookie bars.
3. 3. Fold in Chips: Transfer the smooth mixture to a bowl. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
4. 4. Press into Pan: Evenly press the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or your hands.
5. 5. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. 6. Cool & Serve: Let the Garbanzo Bean Cookie Bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out and cutting into squares. Cooling completely ensures they set properly. Enjoy your delicious Garbanzo Bean Cookie Bars!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert, Cookie Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (1/12th of recipe)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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