Ingredients and Weight:
- Black beans, cooked and drained: 1 (15 ounce) can
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup
- Almond milk: 1/4 cup
- Creamy peanut butter: 1/4 cup
- Pure maple syrup: 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Sea salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips: 1/4 cup (optional)
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a food processor.
- Process until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Stir in chocolate chips, if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Nutritional Information:
One serving (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 9g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich chocolate flavor
- Creamy and smooth texture
- Perfect for dipping fruit, cookies, or pretzels
- Gluten-free and vegan (if desired)
User Comments:
- "This dip is so delicious! It's the perfect balance of chocolatey and sweet."
- "I love that this dip is made with healthy ingredients like black beans and cocoa powder."
- "This is a great alternative to traditional brownie batter that's actually good for you."
- "My kids loved dipping their fruit in this dip. It's a great way to get them to eat more fruit."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make this dip vegan, use almond milk instead of regular milk and omit the honey.
- You can adjust the sweetness of this dip to your liking by adding more or less maple syrup.
- Chilling this dip for at least 30 minutes will help it thicken and make it easier to dip.
