This Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus is so easy to make and absolutely delicious! 7 simple ingredients and 5 minutes are all you need to make this healthy chocolate peanut butter dream.
The people in my life who know me best would tell you I can be pretty stubborn. I view rules as mere suggestions. Where am I going with all this? I just made Chocolate Peanut Butter Hummus!
I know what you’re thinking. “Is dessert hummus any good?” No. It’s freaking great! You will never look at hummus the same way ever again. Guaranteed!
Are you ready? Let’s make it!
Hummus is one of my favorite foods. I use it as a condiment on sandwiches, eat it with veggies and pita, and even make salad dressings with it sometimes. But, one thing I had never done is thought of hummus as dessert.
After hearing of the idea I decided to take two of my guilty pleasures, chocolate, and peanut butter, and see what might happen. O…M…G! And, the best part? It's stupid simple! A little peanut butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup, a little vanilla and you've got something incredibly delicious.
As crazy as it might sound.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You are going to be amazed at the taste of this recipe. You’ll find it hard to believe that chickpeas are in this wonderful spread. It’s like a peanut butter cup was turned into hummus. For realzzzzz.
Here is everything you’ll need:
- 1 15-ounce can low-sodium or no salt added chickpeas
- ¼ cup creamy natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tbsp. water
- Pinch of salt
- Non-dairy chocolate chips for topping (optional)
Pro Tip: Use a food processor. It works best. You can use a high speed blender but you will possibly have to add more water. And, it might create a less thicker texture.
How To Make Dessert Hummus
Making Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus only takes a few quick and simple steps.
- Drain & Rinse: Drain and rinse the chickpeas and add the to the food processor.
- Blend: Add all the remaining ingredients and blend creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Enjoy Immediately or Chill: Eat right away or store in an airtight container until you’re ready to enjoy.
What To Pair With Dessert Hummus
Server this wonderful sweet treat on a dessert tray along side of…
- Sliced apples
- Orange slices
- Bananas
- Pretzel sticks
- Kiwi
- Wasa Crisp Bread (the salty and sweet combo are pure heaven)
I know it's such an unlikely combination, but once you try this, I'm sure it will become something you'll want around quite often. You’re going to love this Chocolate Peanut Butter Hummus. It’s…
- Chocolatey
- Creamy
- Healthy
- Peanut Buttery
- Gluten Free
- Decadent
- Fast
- Easy to make
- Absolutely delicious
More Dip & Hummus Recipes (No Oil)
- Creamy Smooth Homemade Hummus
- Vegan Bacon Flavored Hummus
- Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip
Do yourself a favor and try this recipe! Once you do, leave a comment then take a picture and post it on Instagram. Be sure and tag the photo #shaneandsimple so I can see your creation. Peace and feast!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Hummus
This chocolate peanut butter dessert hummus is the perfect healthy snack. Serve with sliced apples, bananas, or even pretzels for a decadent and delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: Greek-inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) low sodium or no salt added chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- ¼ cup creamy natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tbsp. water
- Pinch of salt
- Non-dairy chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- Drain and rinse chickpeas.
- Add all ingredients to blender or food processor and blend for about 30 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides and proceed to blend again, adding a tablespoon of water at a time until you get the consistency you desire.
- Spoon into serving dish and top with non-dairy chocolate chips.
Notes
*You can store in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Tbsp
- Calories: 134
- Sugar: 8.1 g
- Sodium: 110.7 mg
- Fat: 5.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 17.9 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Heavenly good! As it is very hard to scrape everything out of my blender, I came up with adding some soymilk and banana to what I don’t get out , and make a protein shake out of it.
GREAT IDEA!
Good!! Will make again. 😋
SO SO GOOD ! tHANK YOU
I wonder if this could work as a frosting? I just stumbled across your page and am loving all of your great recipes!
Hi, Christy! Welcome and I’m so glad you’re here. I’ve never tried it but that sounds like an amazing idea. If you try it let me know how it turns out.
You, sir, are a super genius. I am in absolute shock. This is rich, decadent and chocolatey. (I omitted the peanut butter). I thinned it with a splash of coconut milk. Chick peas are absolutely NOT obvious.
If there were more stars I would absolutely award them too.
Awesome!!!
How can I modify recipes with maple syrup, cannot have sugar and allergic to sugar substitutes?
Hi, Alex. You could leave it out, but the only alternates I know would be monk fruit or dates.
Hi.
What is a serving size?
About 3 Tbsp.
I made this over a year ago for a family dinner and it was a winner!!! We served it with strawberries, bananas, apples and pretzel sticks. Amazing!!!
Now I want to make it for a birthday with people having nut allergies so I was wondering if you had any suggestions?
Thank you!
I haven’t tried it in this recipe, so not sure if they flavor would work out well, but maybe sunflower butter instead of peanut butter? It’s also really delicious. You can buy it at most groceries. Or make your own easy enough. Get raw sunflower seeds. Best to toast them on a pan. Constantly stir, don’t let them burn. Then food process until really creamy. can take a while. I find that if you put the toasted seeds in the freezer they process much faster into that real nice creamy state.
Thank you! I just now seen this
Hello there,
I’m a new follower , and I just have to say I’m loving the look of the recipes you have … but this chocolate hummus …. Hole. E. Cow. lol This is absolutely delicious.
I used black cocoa powder so it was incredibly dark … I NEVER would have thought to use chickpeas in any type of dessert , and I am thrilled to have come across this recipe. I used apples for dipping/scooping .. but look forward to trying other things as well. Total game changer for someone who needs a sweet and wants to do it in a healthy way. Thanks so much for this recipe! 🙂
That’s awesome, Marlene! I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
I put it on toast for breakfast soooo good
Great idea!!!!
OMG! Shane, this is amazing! I would give this recipe 10 stars if I could! I made it with almond butter (b/c of peanut butter allergies), and omitted the choc chips because I was out. Dipped apple slices in it. What a terrific and healthy treat. Will definitely make chocolate hummus again…and again…and again! Thank you!
It’s funny that I came across this recipe this week because just last week I had purchased an overpriced and probably too sugar-laden chocolate hummus from the grocery store which my family loved. I just whipped up your version and we will have it tonight. I made “regular” hummus and I too don’t know why I didn’t think to try adding chocolate myself. Thanks for the recipe.
This is absolutely delicious! I keep some in my fridge all the time. I love it on apples for an afternoon snack. I also just eat a spoonful when I have a craving for something chocolate. This is one of the best WFPB recipes I have ever tried—and the easiest! Thanks Shane.
Wow! Thank you so much, Carol!
OMG Shane! This is one of your all-time greatest!!!!! I added more cocoa powder, some peanut powder, & some packets of stevia to intensify the flavor. Yum yum yum yum!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH! WOW!!!
Could you use powdered peanut butter?
Yes. I’ve done it a few times.
Since it’s just me, (hubby doesn’t like hummus) I had some single-serve organic hummus cups from Costco. They’re a little over 2 oz in size. Used 1T cocoa powder, 1T maple syrup, 1T peanut butter powder, 1/4 tsp vanilla bean paste, and added enough water to desired consistency. DELICIOUS … and just the perfect amount for one person!
This recipe was a keeper from the very first batch–and I’ve made dozens of batches since that one. If there is almond butter in the house, I use that instead of peanut butter and it becomes even more elegant. This is so easy to put together and is perfect either as a dessert or for taming post-workout hunger. Many thanks for this one, Shane
My 9 yo daughter and I just made a double batch of this to take to a Super Bowl party. She can’t stop licking the bowl, so I think it will be a crowd pleaser! Thanks!
Awww, that is so great! I hope you enjoyed it and thanks for reaching out.
can I use honey?
Yes, if that is your preference.
Just made this today, it’s awesome! Decadent and healthy at the same time which is always a good combo. I could have just eaten it right off the spoon but thought I better be good and eat it with fruit; I tried apples and pears, amazing!
Thank you, Jan!
This was amazing! I made it today, not expecting much. But wow! It is delicious! I’m going to take it to a brunch I need to go to tomorrow morning. I’m kinda sad about that, because it will be all gone. But it will be easy to whip up another batch for satisfying and yummy afternoon snacks this week! Thanks!!!!
LOL! That’s awesome!!! So glad you enjoyed it.
This is ridiculously amazing. You’re a genius. This could well be the point where I get my 17-year-old son eating hummus.
Thanks so much!!! So glad you enjoyed and hopefully he’ll jump on the hummus train:)
This is wonderful with sliced apples and bananas. My carnivore spouse wouldn’t try it since it was made from beans. More for me. This will be a party staple. Thank you.
Marilyn, I’m so glad you enjoyed and thanks for reaching out. Hopefully, he will eventually submit:) Have a great day!
This looks amazing and simple to make!
Thanks, Kimberly! Yes, it is super simple and delicious. It’s a favorite snack in our home. All 5 kids love it! Hope you enjoy it. Peace and feast.
Could I use agave rather than maple syrup?
Absolutely!
Thank YOU, Shane!!! WOWZA!!!! WHOOOHOO, did this ever knock it outa’ the park!!!! This SO beats any dessert hummus I’ve ever bought! Hope I don’t gain a ton. Next time, I might try it with half peanut butter and half peanut butter powder, and half maple syrup & half stevia, just to cut the calories, just for sometimes…maybe. Thanks again! You ROCK!
Thank you, Carol! It’s for sure one of our faves here at my house. So glad you liked it.
Shane, what size can of Chickpeas? Thanks.
15 ounce. ??
I’m certainly putting this on my Super Bowl menu. Though I’m not a fan of the Patriots, I love the fact that Tom Brady is an elite athlete at his age especially as I’m nearing 40…Can’t wait to see what you serve on your Super Bowl menu.
Great to hear and I hope you enjoy it. I’ll be putting out two or three things to munch on during the Super Bowl. Be on the lookout! Peace.