healthy chickpea chocolate - highprotein
Author: Annelina Waller
Prep time: 15 mins
Total time: 15 mins
I promise you, this recipe is not only delicious but also high in protein. This high-protein chocolate with chickpeas and cinnamon is a true taste sensation and is perfect for anyone looking for a healthy and tasty snack.
Ingredients
  • 300 g cooked and drained chickpeas
  • 2 tsp cinnamon (optional: cardamom powder)
  • 140 g dark chocolate (at least 72% cocoa content)
Instructions
  1. Preparing the Chickpeas:
  2. First, place the cooked and drained chickpeas in a bowl.
  3. Add the cinnamon and optional cardamom powder, mixing well to coat the chickpeas evenly.
  4. Roasting the Chickpeas:
  5. Place the seasoned chickpeas in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can bake them in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 25 minutes until they are nicely crispy.
  6. Melting the Chocolate:
  7. While the chickpeas are roasting, melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave (oven). Be careful not to overheat the chocolate to keep it smooth and shiny.
  8. Coating the Chickpeas with Chocolate:
  9. Take the roasted chickpeas out of the air fryer or oven and let them cool slightly.
  10. Pour the melted chocolate over the chickpeas and use a spatula to spread it evenly, ensuring all the chickpeas are well coated with chocolate.
  11. Letting it Cool:
  12. Place the chocolate-coated chickpeas in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
  13. Enjoying:
  14. After cooling, break the chocolate-covered chickpeas into pieces and enjoy. This high-protein chocolate is a perfect snack and a great way to increase your protein intake.
  15. You can store it in your freezer or fridge.
Calories: 140 Fat: 7 Fiber: 4 Protein: 5
Recipe by Annelina Waller at https://annelinawaller.com/protein-chickpeas-chocolate-healthy-snack/