Flourless Brownie Muffins

• chickpeas↗1 can

  (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained, rinsed (garbanzo beans)

• eggs↗3

  large

• pure maple syrup↗1⁄2 cup
• unsweetened cocoa powder↗1⁄3 cup
• baking soda↗1 teaspoon
• coconut oil↗3 tablespoons

  melted

• pure vanilla extract↗1 teaspoon
• dark chocolate chips↗1⁄3 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350° F.

2. 2

   Prepare 12 muffin cups by lining with muffin papers or coating with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

3. 3

   Place chickpeas, eggs, maple syrup, cocoa powder, baking soda, coconut oil, and extract in blender or food processor; cover. Blend until smooth.

4. 4

   Divide batter among 12 prepared muffin cups.

5. 5

   Top each muffin with about four chocolate chips; push into batter.

6. 6

   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. (NOTE: Mine actually took about 25 minutes!).

7. 7

   Cool completely and enjoy!