Dessert Hummus Is an Unexpected Treat for Valentine’s Day

This chocolatey hummus is a perfect dip for fruit and crackers.

The dip is perfect for everything from fruit to graham crackers. Jason Donnelly/TNS

This dessert hummus is an unexpectedly delightful treat that still packs the protein and fiber punch of traditional hummus. Try dipping banana and apple slices, pretzels, strawberries, or graham crackers in this sweet, chocolaty spread.

Dark Chocolate Hummus

Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes

Serves 16

• 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup water
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped and melted

Place chickpeas, tahini, oil, water, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt in a food processor. Process, scraping down the sides as needed, until smooth. With the motor running, add melted chocolate, and process until combined.

Tasty Tip

Make ahead and refrigerate for up to three days.

Recipe nutrition per serving: 126 Calories, Total Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Carbohydrates: 10 g, Fiber: 2 g, Total Sugars: 4 g, Added Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 2 g, Sodium: 50 mg, Potassium: 70 mg, Iron: 1 mg, Folate: 22 mcg, Calcium: 14 mg, Vitamin A: 3 IU, Vitamin C: 0 mg.

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