How to: Brownie Batter Hummus

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in sugar and adds a different flavor.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave nectar

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave nectar has a lower glycemic index than maple syrup.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: cacao nibs

Dark chocolate chips have less sugar and more antioxidants.

Add garbanzo beans to a mini food processor.

Add cocoa powder and sugar to the processor.

Incorporate peanut butter into the mixture.

Add vanilla extract and olive oil.

Sprinkle in a little salt.

Add water to loosen the mixture.

Pulse the food processor to combine all ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.

Serve the hummus as a dip with apples or pears, or as a topping for whole grain waffles.

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