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Stick with us on this one! This is the best Chocolate Hummus recipe made with super simple ingredients, and it ultimately tastes like a dessert even though it is primarily made from beans. It comes together in just 5 minutes, and it pairs well with apple and pear slices or other popular charcuterie board options!
Ingredients Needed for Chocolate Hummus
For the Chocolate Hummus – black beans – you can also use a can of chick peas if you prefer – cacao or cocoa powder – dark brown sugar – if you have light, you can use that as well – nut butter – you can also use tahini – almond extract – this helps to amplify the nutty flavor – fine sea salt – maple syrup For the Board – Sage Fruit apples, sliced – Sage Fruit pears, sliced – Graham crackers – Pretzels – Dates
In a food processor, add in the black beans, cacao powder, dark brown sugar, nut butter, almond extract, and salt. Process until smooth like a batter. As needed, stop to scrape down the sides of the machine.
How to Make Chocolate Hummus
Next, add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, and blend again until the mixture looks glossy. The hummus should have a smooth and whipped consistency. You can add water (or more maple syrup as needed).
How to Make Chocolate Hummus
Put the hummus in a serving bowl and place on a charcuterie board. Create a board with slices of Sage Fruit apples and pears. Fill in the board with crackers, pretzels, etc
How to Make Chocolate Hummus