Chickpeas serves as the base for this deceptively healthy and lightly sweet snack that will hit your craving for sugar while providing you with some filling protein and fiber at the same time. For a little added decadence, stir a few mini chocolate chips into the “dough" after it's smooth.
1 (15 oz) can no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/4 c. almond butter
1/4 c. unsweetened almond milk
5 dates, pitted
2 T. coconut oil, melted
3 t. ground chia seeds
Pinch of sea salt, adjust to taste
2 t. vanilla extract
2-3 bananas, sliced and frozen