This Chickpea Cookie Dough with Banana Bread Flavor is very similar to Chickpea Cookie Dough with the addition of banana to give it a classic banana bread spin! It tastes like licking the spoon as a kid, but it's made with nutrient-rich ingredients including chickpeas, oatmeal, bananas, and peanut butter.
As a dietitian, I love finding creative ways to make sweet treats! So when I started to see the viral healthy Chickpea Cookie Dough recipe and Chickpea Blondies all over the internet, I wanted to make something similar, but with a little twist of my own.
I had some brown bananas lying around, and the idea popped into my mind that I could use chickpeas to create an edible banana bread dough. And I was NOT disappointed! This Chickpea Banana Bread dough is so delicious. The banana is the secret ingredient that adds extra sweetness and gives it the creamy texture of the real thing. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! 😊
If you like this recipe, try my Banana Oatmeal Cookies made with just 4 ingredients next!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy - it's ready in about 5 minutes and as simple as blending a few ingredients in a food processor or blender!
- Lower Sugar - unlike regular banana bread dough or cookie dough, this sweet snack uses a combination of maple syrup and banana to sweeten it.
- Healthy Ingredients - made with whole food ingredients like chickpeas, nut butter, and banana.
- Kid-Friendly - if your kids enjoy regular cookie dough or banana bread dough, this is a great option that provides them with a bit more nutrition.
Key Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
This Chickpea Cookie Dough uses wholesome ingredients. Below are some notes. Check the recipe card for exact ingredient measurements.
- Chickpeas - this recipe calls for a can of chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans), but you can cook your chickpeas yourself instead if you prefer. Here is some extra help for how to cook dried chickpeas if you need it. If using canned chickpeas, be sure to drain and rinse them first! Chickpeas are white beans that provide dietary fiber for a healthy gut and several other nutrients including vitamin B6 and B12.
- Banana - I love adding bananas to a sweet treat because it's an easy way to add extra sweetness without added sugar. It also replaces raw eggs which are usually added to cookie dough to make this raw cookie dough safe to eat! For best results, use a banana that is overripe. Brown bananas work best. The more ripe & brown a banana becomes, the sweeter it is.
- Oatmeal - blitz the oatmeal to make an oat flour. You can use almond flour or coconut flour instead of you want!
- Nut Butter - I use peanut butter or almond butter for this healthy dessert. Cashew butter would work great too! Nut butter adds plant protein, healthy fats, and the best flavor to this recipe. If you are nut-free, sunflower seed butter is a good alternative.
- Maple Syrup - you'll need a liquid sweetener for this edible cookie dough recipe, and I prefer using the combo of banana and pure maple syrup. You could use date syrup or honey instead if you prefer!
- Vanilla -vanilla extract adds a depth of flavor that blends perfectly with the other ingredients.
- Chocolate chips - all you need is a small amount to add sweetness. I use mini chocolate chips for this recipe, but you can use regular sized. Feel free to use semi-sweet chocolate or dark chocolate chips.
- Sea Salt - this is optional, but just a pinch of salt is perfect for enhancing the other flavors.
- Optional - if you prefer it sweeter, add a couple of dates or a bit of brown sugar.
How to Make Chickpea Banana Bread Dough
Below are the instructions for how to make this Chickpea Banana Bread Dough recipe with some process shots that I hope are helpful!
- Step 1 - Add the rolled oats to a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend until they turn into a fine flour.
- Step 2 - Drain and rinse the can of chickpeas. Add the banana, chickpeas, nut butter, syrup, vanilla and sea salt (if using)
- Step 3 - Blend until smooth, pushing down the sides as needed. It will take 3-5 minutes to get smooth.
4. Step 4 - Fold in chocolate chips.
Hint: Don't forget to rinse the chickpeas!
Dietitian Tip
Chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are the main ingredient in this healthy snack. They provide dietary fiber for gut health and 12g of plant-based protein per cup! And legumes like chickpeas are also high in vitamins B6 and B12 which have been shown to support brain health. Make it easy to incorporate legumes into your eating pattern by meal prepping recipes that taste amazing like this one to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Video of How to Make Chickpea Cookie Dough with Bananas
Here's a video of how to make this recipe that I hope is helpful!
Variations
The great thing about this healthy cookie dough recipe is you can customize it to your taste! Below are some ideas but feel free to get creative.
- Vegan - if you prefer a vegan chickpea cookie dough or banana bread dough, use vegan chocolate chips.
- Chickpea Banana Bread Dough Bites - If you like the idea of having a grab-and-go option and enjoy Chickpea Cookie Dough Bites, turn these into Chickpea Banana Bread bites by rolling them into balls. I suggest to add parchment paper to a baking sheet for easy clean up. Then use a 2 tablespoon cookie dough scoop to scoop it up and form balls by rolling them between your hands.
- Chickpea Cookies - you can turn this recipe into cookies! Add a teaspoon of baking powder and form it into a cookie shape on a baking sheet, mashing it down a bit. Bake for 15-20 minutes at 375℉ (190°C).
- Chickpea Banana Bread - add a teaspoon of baking powder and pour the dough into a small baking dish. Bake at 350℉ (177°C) for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Chocolate Peanut Butter - add peanut butter chips along with the chocolate chips to add a PB flare! Throw in some walnuts or chopped pecans if you want!
Equipment
All you need to make this chickpea banana bread dough is either a food processor or a high speed blender. I have a Ninja Blender and love it, but I usually use my handy KitchenAid food processor for this recipe.
Storage
- Refrigerator - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days
- Freezer - store in the freezer for up to 4 months in a freezer-safe container.
- To Thaw - thaw in the refrigerator overnight. To get it back to its smooth consistency, use a spoon to whip it and add a bit more syrup or nut butter as you stir before serving.
Expert Advice
- If using canned chickpeas, be sure to drain and rinse them first!
- For best results, use an overripe banana.
- Push down the sides as you blend it.
- If it's too thin, add a bit more oats. If it's too thick, add a bit of almond milk or more maple syrup.
FAQ
While healthy means something different to everyone, this chickpea cookie dough is a nutrient-rich option. It contains plant protein and dietary fiber to support a healthy gut. It also provides heart-healthy fats that also support hormone health and brain health, antioxidants, and plenty of vitamins and minerals. This is a gluten-free recipe and can be made vegan by using vegan chocolate chips. It is also lower in added sugars than most sweet treats.
Yes! I have baked it and it tastes good! Add 1 teaspoon baking powder into the mix and add it to a small baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 350℉ (177°C) for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
Yes, this is a gluten-free recipe!
Garbanzo beans and chickpeas are different names for the same legume. They can be used interchangeably so look for either name when doing your grocery shopping to make chickpea cookie dough recipes like this one.
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📖 Recipe
Chickpea Cookie Dough Recipe (Banana Bread Flavor)
Equipment
- 1 food processor or high speed blender
Ingredients
- ¼ cup rolled oats
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed or 1¾ cups cooked chickpeas
- 1 banana use an overripe banana for best results
- 1 tablespoon nut butter I use peanut butter
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chocolate chips I use dark mini chocolate chips
- pinch sea salt optional
Instructions
- Add the rolled oats to a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend until they turn into a fine flour.
- Drain and rinse the can of chickpeas. Add the banana, chickpeas, nut butter, syrup, vanilla and sea salt (if using)
- Blend until smooth, pushing down the sides as needed. It will take 3-5 minutes to get smooth.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
Video
Notes
- If using canned chickpeas, be sure to drain and rinse them first!
- For best results, use an overripe banana.
- Push down the sides as you blend it.
- If it's too thin, add a bit more oats. If it's too thick, add a bit of almond milk or more maple syrup.
- Refrigerator - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer - store in the freezer for up to 4 months in a freezer-safe container.
- To Thaw - thaw in the refrigerator overnight. To get it back to its smooth consistency, use a spoon to whip it and add a bit more syrup or nut butter as you stir before serving.
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