Creamy Chocolate Dessert Hummus
This creamy chocolate dessert hummus is a rich, no-bake sweet dip made with chickpeas, cocoa powder, nut butter, and natural sweeteners. Smooth, chocolate-forward, and surprisingly indulgent, it’s a lighter dessert or snack that comes together in minutes—perfect for dipping fruit, spreading on toast, or enjoying straight from the spoon.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 1 can 15 oz chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup almond butter or peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Flavor Base & Sweeteners
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ –⅓ cup milk dairy or non-dairy, as needed
- Pantry Staples
- Pinch of salt
- 1 –2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil optional, for extra smoothness
Instructions
- Prep
- Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly.
- For ultra-smooth texture, gently rub chickpeas to remove skins (optional).
- Blend
- Add chickpeas, nut butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, milk, and salt to a food processor or high-speed blender.
- Blend for 1–2 minutes, scraping down sides as needed.
- Adjust Texture & Flavor
- Continue blending until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add more milk (1 tablespoon at a time) or oil if too thick.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or cocoa level.
- Chill & Serve
- Transfer to a bowl and chill for 10–15 minutes if desired to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Blend longer than you think—time is key for a silky texture.
- A small pinch of salt enhances chocolate flavor.
- If bitterness appears, add a touch more sweetener or vanilla.