CHOCOLATE CHICKPEA BARK
CHOCOLATE CHICKPEA BARK
This might be a rocky road recipe, but it doesn’t mean the road to gut health also has to be rocky. This treat will not only leave you satisfied when you are in need of a sweet snack, but it’s also contains fibre from the chickpeas and lots of plant variety from the nuts, seeds and berries.
Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Chill Time: a minimum of 1 hour
Makes 12-14 Squares
INGREDIENTS
1 can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
2 large rice cakes
¼ cup goji berries or dried cranberries
¼ cup pistachios
⅓ cup macadamia nuts or hazelnuts
2-3 tbsp peanut butter
2 tbsp maple syrup
100g dark chocolate
1 tsp coconut oil
Some chopped pistachios and goji berries to top (optional-chopped peanuts also work)
Pinch of sea salt
METHOD
1. Pre-heat the oven to 180C (160C-170C fan)
2. Line a baking sheet, add the chickpeas, drizzle with olive oil and pinch of salt. Mix and bake in the oven for around 20 minutes until crispy.
3. In a large bowl, break up the rice cakes, add the cooled chickpeas, macadamia nuts and mix well. Combine with the peanut butter and maple syrup until everything is evenly coated.
5. Melt the chocolate with the coconut oil in the microwave or double-boiler. Pour over the nut mixture and combine well until everything is coated.
6. Pour mixture onto a lined baking sheet. Using the back of metal spoon, press down and into a rectangle shape. Top with some crushed pistachios, goji berries (or chopped peanuts) and a pinch of sea salt.
7. Chill in the fridge for a minimum of 1 hour or overnight before slicing.
WATCH HOW TO MAKE IT HERE:
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Per square (if you cut 12 squares)
Calories: ~ 185kcal
Protein: ~4.8 g
Carbohydrates: ~17.5 g
Fibre: ~3.1g
Fat: ~11.7 g
Saturated fat: ~3.8 g
Monounsaturated fat: ~5 g
Polyunsaturated fat: ~1.5g
Iron: ~1.7 mg
Calcium: ~42 mg
Potassium: ~210 mg
Magnesium: ~52 mg
Folate: ~45 µg
Zinc: ~0.9mg
Vitamin E: ~1.2 mg
All values are an estimate.
These recipes are provided for inspiration. They are not prescriptive meal plans or serve as medical advice. We encourage you to listen to your body, honour your hunger and fullness, and adapt meals to suit your individual needs and preferences.
