Chocolate hommus - super easy to make, perfect as a fruit dip, icing on the cake or toast spread for a healthy, delicious, chocolatey snack.
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Wait.
Don’t go!
I promise I haven't totally lost my mind.
Chocolate and hommus can go together.
Think about it.
Have you heard of or had black bean brownies before?
See lentils and chocolate - they work.
Stay with me on this one.
It was out of my comfort zone too.
Ingredients
- Can chickpeas - drained and rinsed
- Raw cacao
- Honey
- Coconut oil
- Water - filtered
- Vanilla extract - how to make your own vanilla extract
- Salt
I didn’t have a can of chickpeas on hand so I soaked my own and then cooked them.
For those who want to take that option - about half a cup of dried chickpeas worked out the same as a tin.
You will need to soak them overnight then drain and rinse, cover with water in a saucepan, bring to the boil, then simmer, covered for about 30 minutes.
Then it’s as simple as throwing everything in a food processor or Thermomix and letting it work its magic smooshing powers.
I did it in the Thermomix which I found a bit annoying because it flicked everything up the sides and I had to scrape it down so many times (anyone have a solution for this?). That’s why I left mine a bit chunky - pure laziness.
Feel free to process yours until it’s silky and smooth.
Another thing that will make it super smooth is peeling the chickpeas.
I however don’t have the patience for peeling chickpeas so I skipped this step too.
Serving
- dip fruit in it like I did
- roll in little balls and then roll in crushed nuts
- use as icing on a cake or cupcakes
- use to sandwich two biscuits together
- spread on toast (or French toast - even better)
It’s actually pretty good for you so the first two options make a nice, healthy, delicious, chocolatey snack.
What about you? How would you eat chocolate hommus? Would you try it?
Looking for more chocolate recipes? Check out my best chocolate mud cake recipe.
Recipe
Chocolate hommus
Ingredients
- 1 400 g 14oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 tablespoon raw cacao
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tablespoon coconut oil
- 2 tablespoon water
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. You will need to scrape the sides down several times to make sure everything is mixed in.
- Add a little extra water if you need to thin it.
- Store in an air-tight container in the fridge.
Nutrition
Hotly Spiced says
I don't think I'd have the patience to peel chickpeas either and I think a bit of texture in the hummus is a lovely idea. I have never tried chocolate hummus but now I know I want to xx
Claire says
It's just too tedious for me. I start off thinking ok I'll do it this time, do about 5 and I'm over it! x
Chris Scheuer says
I admit, it does sound a bit strange but I trust you Claire! Such a fun concept!
Claire says
So much faith in me Chris!
Anna says
I'm pretty sure I am going to have to try this soon. I do have all the ingredients. :)
Claire says
I hope you like it Anna!
Leigh says
What a great idea using it as icing on a cake - I never would have thought of that!
Claire says
Would be interesting wouldn't it?
Leslie Limon says
What a crazy combination, but I bet it's absolutely delicious! Pinning so I can taste this for myself. :D
Claire says
Let me know what you think Leslie.
Sarah says
I'm not sure what I think. At first glance, I think "ick". But that's because I always think hummus with tons of garlic and lemon juice. At second glance, I think I should try this because it would be a healthy spread for toast for breakfast. At least, more healthy than Nutella.
Claire says
Yes that was pretty much my thought process too Sarah.
danielle says
I need to try this ASAP! Im so curious about the flavor.
Claire says
So was I danielle. It's strangely addictive.
Sid's Sea Palm Cooking says
I love that you picked this recipe for SRC this month. It's, ummm, slightly unusual? I've now made this a lot for my friends, they all claim they like it. And yes, I do peel the chickpeas, it only takes seconds to rub off the skin and makes for a smoother hummus. Thanks for picking this recipe.
Claire says
It is indeed! Thanks for the recipe.
avril says
Oh my! I seriously thought I had seen every new and healthy recipe out there (joking!) - this lovely creation takes the cake! Brilliant!! :-)
Claire says
It's different isn't it?!?
Trisha says
Thats a pretty bold pick for this months reveal, but it looks fantastic. The more I think of it, the more I want to try it :)
Claire says
It's very unusual isn't it?
susan @ the wimpy vegetarian says
I don't have the patience to peel chickpeas either, but I'm going to have to make this! Really nice pick this month!!
Claire says
Enjoy Susan!