Chocolate Hummus Stuffed Dates
Servings
12
Servings
12
Ingredients
  • 1 – 14oz can chickpeasdrained and rinsed
  • 1/3cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4cup maple syrup
  • 3Tbsp tahinigluten free if desired
  • 2tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 12 Medjool dates
  • 1Tbsp toasted sesame seedsoptional
  • 3Tbsp cacao nibsoptional
Instructions
  1. In food processor container, place chickpeas, cocoa powder, maple syrup, tahini, vanilla, and salt and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust level of sweetness if desired.
  2. Using knife, slice an opening in dates (without cutting them all the way through into two halves) and remove pits. Gently pry dates open with fingers and spoon in hummus filling. If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds and cacao nibs over stuffed dates.
Recipe Notes

The energy boost

Despite their caramel-like taste, dates score surprisingly low on the glycemic index—so they provide a burst of sweet energy without making your blood sugar spike.

Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Hummus Stuffed Dates
Amount Per Serving
Calories 144 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Total Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 21g
Protein 3g 6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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