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Surprise Cookies

Yields12 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time15 mins

Because these cookies are made without refined flour, they are much healthier than other recipes since they have much more fiber and a good amount of protein. However, since they are sweetened, it is recommended that diabetics consume them in very moderate amounts and as part of a program to eliminate insulin resistance.

 1 ¼ cups chickpeas, cooked and well-rinsed
 1 tsp vanilla extract
 6 tbsp peanut butter
 ¼ cup honey, maple syrup or agave
 1 tsp non-aluminum baking powder
 1 pinch salt
 ½ cup carob chips
1

Pre-heat oven to 350°F.

2

Combine all ingredients except carob chips or raisins in a food processor and process until there are no large pieces left (be sure to scrape the sides of the processor and reprocess if necessary).

3

Pour the mixture into a bowl and stir in the carob chips. The mixture will be sticky and thick.

4

Wet your hands and form small balls or use a spoon to form cookies.

5

Place the balls on a greased oven tray or covered with parchment paper.

6

Crush each ball to form the cookies.

7

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.

8

The cookies will still be soft when they come out of the oven so make sure to cool them before you store them.

9

Cookies can be stored outside the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days, or refrigerate for a week.

Nutrition Facts

12 servings

Serving size

2 cookies


Amount per serving
Calories212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.2g5%

Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 72mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 38.7g15%

Dietary Fiber 8.3g30%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 9.2g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.