“Spread the love” is going literal (and deliciously snackable!) with this Chocolate Hummus. Sound odd? Stay with me here. It’s thick and creamy, lightly sweet, and made for dipping with fruit, pretzels, graham crackers, or my preferred consumption method: from the bowl with a spoon.

My first chocolate hummus experience was at a friend’s house.

She’d bought a container of Trader Joe’s chocolate hummus (apparently, it has a bit of a cult following), and I took a tiny bite out of pure curiosity.

My verdict was a progressive one.

• First, it tasted different (like Avocado Brownies), but not in a bad way.
• Then it was quite enjoyable.
• Then I started piling it onto my plate with what would probably be regarded as bad manners.

Basically, I was hooked from that moment onward and knew I needed to create a homemade chocolate hummus recipe ASAP.

About Chocolate Hummus

If you’re new to the chocolate hummus game, you may be wondering when and how to serve chocolate hummus.

You can serve it as an appetizer with fruit and pretzels, or as a dessert with graham crackers or shortbread cookies.

I especially love to bring it to parties because it’s unique and unexpected (like my favorite Edamame Hummus).

Another reason I love to bring this recipe to parties: chocolate hummus is healthy for you overall, especially when compared to other typical party dishes.

• Chickpeas are high in fiber and protein, and they contain several vitamins and minerals.
• Tahini offers tons of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• Maple syrup sweetens the hummus naturally, and it also offers tons of antioxidants.
• What you serve chocolate hummus with makes it healthy, too, especially if you add fruit.

This recipe is a nice way to sneak a healthy option into any spread (as are these Sweet Potato Brownies). It’s also naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

How to Make Chocolate Hummus

Unbeknownst to those at your table, this creamy and healthy chocolate hummus recipe isn’t just loaded with plenty of chocolate flavor but PACKED with protein, fiber, and the natural sweetness of maple syrup.

Fool them next with this healthy Avocado Chocolate Mousse.

The Ingredients

• Chickpeas. The key to the creamy texture and richness. Choose low-sodium canned chickpeas or cooked garbanzo beans for this hummus. For another chickpea dessert, try these Chickpea Blondies.
• Cocoa Powder. The main event for scrumptious chocolatey goodness!
• Tahini. Deliciously savory and creamy. Depending on which grocery store you visit, tahini can be located in a couple of different places. Most often, you will find it near the nut butter or in the international/ethnic aisle.

• Maple Syrup. For natural sweetness! You can easily adjust the amount to suit your tastes. If you don’t need the chocolate hummus vegan, you can use honey.
• Espresso Powder. This is my secret to intensifying the chocolate flavor of any recipe. It’s optional, but if you are a serious dark chocolate lover, I highly recommend it.
• Vanilla. Vanilla + chocolate = dream team!

The Directions

1. Add the tahini and cocoa powder to the bowl of a food processor. Drizzle hot water over the cocoa, then puree it until smooth. Pour in the maple syrup and puree again.
2. Add the remaining ingredients, and puree once more. If needed, adjust the sweetness and consistency to your tastes.
3. Serve the hummus in a bowl with dippers of choice. ENJOY!

Storage Tips

• To Store. Place leftover hummus in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
• To Freeze. Store chocolate hummus in an airtight freezer-safe storage container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Before serving, let thaw overnight in the refrigerator and stir well.

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Be the cool kid at your next gathering who brings the chocolate hummus.

No one has to know it’s healthy chocolate 😉