Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

The skeptical look on my roommate's face when I first told her about dessert hummus was absolutely priceless. Two years later, she's the one texting me at midnight asking if I have any chickpeas left because she's craving something sweet but doesn't want to bake an entire batch of cookies. That accidental discovery in my tiny apartment kitchen has since become the most requested treat at every gathering I host.

I brought this to a book club meeting last fall and watched three grown women crowd around the bowl, dipping everything from apple slices to their fingers. The conversation stopped mid sentence when someone took the first bite. There's something ridiculously satisfying about telling skeptical guests they're eating chickpeas for dessert and watching their eyes widen in disbelief.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas: The magic foundation that creates an incredibly creamy base while packing in protein and fiber
• Nut butter: Cashew butter creates the most neutral cookie dough flavor but peanut butter adds a nostalgic twist
• Maple syrup or honey: Provides that authentic cookie dough sweetness with depth that white sugar lacks
• Vanilla extract: Don't skip or skimp this is what makes it taste like actual cookie dough
• Quick oats: Essential for that slightly gritty cookie dough texture we all secretly love
• Mini chocolate chips: Use the smallest chips you can find for maximum chocolate distribution in every bite

Instructions

Blend your creamy base:

Combine chickpeas nut butter maple syrup vanilla and salt in a food processor. Let it run for a solid three minutes stopping to scrape down the sides every so often until the mixture becomes impossibly smooth.

Add cookie dough texture:

Pulse in the oats and milk until everything is incorporated and the consistency reminds you of edible cookie dough. Add more milk one tablespoon at a time if it seems too thick.

Fold in the chocolate:

Transfer to a serving bowl and gently fold in those mini chocolate chips by hand so they stay intact throughout the hummus.

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My niece finally tried this after refusing for months and immediately declared it better than actual cookie dough. She now requests it for every family celebration and has started experimenting with adding sprinkles for birthday versions. Watching formerly suspicious people become converts has become my favorite part of making this recipe.

Perfect Dippers

After extensive testing with various dipping vessels I've discovered that the contrast between creamy hummus and crisp textures matters more than you'd think. Apple slices provide a fresh tartness that cuts through the sweetness while pretzels add that irresistible salty crunch combination.

Make It Your Way

The base recipe is incredibly forgiving and welcomes experimentation. I've added cinnamon for a snickerdoodle version and even folded in crushed graham crackers for s'mores inspired variations. Each batch becomes something slightly different depending on my mood and what's in the pantry.

Storage And Serving

This keeps surprisingly well in the refrigerator for up to five days though the oats will soften slightly over time. I like to make a double batch on Sunday and keep it on hand for emergency sweet cravings throughout the week. Just give it a good stir before serving if it's been sitting for a while.

• Bring to room temperature for ten minutes before serving for the creamiest texture
• Top with a few extra chocolate chips right before serving for that Instagram worthy presentation
• Serve in a shallow bowl rather than a deep one to maximize dipping surface area

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Somehow this unlikely combination of humble ingredients has become one of the most requested recipes in my collection. Every time someone new tries it I get to watch that moment of confusion turn into pure cookie dough joy.

Recipe FAQs

→ What ingredients provide the creamy texture?

Chickpeas, nut butter, and milk create a smooth, creamy base, while quick oats add thickness and body to the mixture.

→ Can I make this dip nut-free?

Yes, substituting the nut butter with sunflower seed butter maintains creaminess without nuts.

→ How do the mini chocolate chips affect the dip?

They add bursts of chocolate flavor and texture, mimicking the classic cookie dough experience.

→ Is refrigeration necessary before serving?

Chilling for 30 minutes firms up the dip, enhancing texture, but it can also be enjoyed immediately.

→ What are good serving suggestions?

This dip pairs well with apple slices, pretzels, graham crackers, or enjoyed by the spoonful.