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Snickerdoodle Dessert Hummus

Snickerdoodle Dessert Hummus is a sweet twist on traditional hummus but with some cinnamon and maple syrup for a deliciously sweet snack.  It is also vegan and gluten-free!

Overhead shot of some dessert hummus on a plate with cookies, pretzels and apple slices

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Imagine a snack that tastes like a cookie but is made with … wait for it… beans!  Yup, you heard me! Perfect for dipping apples or a few pretzel sticks for a quick snack.

This easy hummus recipe is a great way to satisfy any sweet tooth without the need to actually dive face-first into a cookie jar.  Energy Bites like these Coconut Vanilla Energy Balls are also a great sweet treat saviour. 

Snickerdoodle Hummus is a tasty blend of garbanzo beans, otherwise known as chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, cinnamon and vanilla extract.  Just throw all the ingredients in a food processor or hardcore blenders like a Vitamix or Blendtec and 60 seconds later you are ready to snack!

Overhead shot of a table with a plate of cookies and some des sert hummus in a bowl

What is a snickerdoodle?

Some people like to say that a Snickerdoodle Cookie is like a sugar cookie but I don’t think so at all.  Sugar cookies typically are a firm cookie that is served plain or decorated with sprinkles or icing. Snickerdoodles are much softer with a little chewier texture and use cream of tarter for a bit of a tangy zip.  

I didn’t use cream of tartar in this recipe because beyond adding a little zip to the flavour of the cookie cream of tartar is also used to stabilize eggs and add a little fluffiness to baked goods.  Given that we aren’t baking I used a little extra salt to add a little flavour bump for your taste buds instead.

A bowl of vegan dessert hummus with apple slices and pretzels

What is Dessert Hummus?  Is This Really A Thing?

You bet it is!  And dessert hummus doesn’t just stop at Snickerdoodle Hummus.  Oh no… you can get dessert hummus in almost every cake and cookie form imaginable to man.  

Let’s start first by explaining why dessert hummus is even possible.  Chickpeas, otherwise known as garbanzo beans, have a mild nutty flavour that goes well with both savoury and sweet ingredients.

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Traditional hummus usually swings to the savoury side with garlic, jalapeno peppers, red pepper or pine nuts to add some extra flavour.  But this mild nutty flavour also goes well with flavours such as chocolate, nuts, nut butter, cinnamon, pumpkin etc.

So instead of adding a savoury flavor it is very easy to turn a traditional hummus recipe into a dessert recipe simply by combining these sweet desserts and cookie flavours.  

Close up of snickerdoodle dessert hummus with some apple slices for dipping on a wicker placemat

What Are The Best Things to Dip into Dessert Hummus?

  • Apple Slices
  • Cinnamon Pita Chips – you can find gluten-free versions or make some
  • Pretzel sticks
  • A spoon – just go at it!
  • Digestive Cookies
  • Bananas (try them frozen)

Hummus takes literally 5 minutes to make and minimal mess making it the perfect snack or dessert!  Just put the ingredients in a food processor or supercharged blender and press go and then 60 seconds later your snack is ready! 

Hummus of any kind is also really portable. Just put them in small containers like those little salad dressing containers and pack your dipping foods.  Perfect for meal prepping for the week or a quick after-school snack!

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Overhead shot of a table with a plate of cookies and some des sert hummus in a bowl

Snickerdoodle Dessert Hummus

Alisa Infanti
Sweet and Satisfying this Snickerdoodle Dessert Hummus is the perfect treat that is both vegan and gluten-free. Takes less than 5 minutes to make and is perfect for dipping with apple slices!
5 from 9 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine 21 Day Fix, American, gluten free, vegan
Servings 8 servings
Calories 218 kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor or High Powered Blender
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups Canned Garbanzo Beans or Chickpeas drained and rinsed well
  • ¼ cup smooth almond butter
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ¼ tsp sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or high powered blender and blend on high for about 60 seconds. Scraping down the sides if needed. Blend until smooth.
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Serve with apple slices, pretzels or cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 11/4 cupCalories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 9.3gFat: 6.6gSaturated Fat: 0.6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 84mgPotassium: 325mgFiber: 5.7gSugar: 10.4gVitamin A: 27IUVitamin C: 1.5mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Almond butter can be replaced with any nut butter.
If following the 21 Day Fix Meal Plan one serving would be considered:
1/2 yellow, 1 tsp
I would not consider this a blue container like typical hummus because this hummus is not made with olive oil.
Please Note:

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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10 Comments

  1. This was amazing! I also added almond milk to thin it a bit and replaced the trip with monk fruit. So delicious!

  2. 5 stars
    Ok, I’m in love with this hummus. I’m not a huge dessert person so this is a perfect solution to have something as a special end-of-dinner snack without being too heavy or sugary. Such a fun, cozy twist for fall!

  3. I had never had a dessert hummus before but when I saw your recipe I knew I had to make it! I will definitely be making this again for my holiday party.

  4. 5 stars
    This was delicious, added a little oat milk to thin it out and it was better cold than room temp

    1. That is a great idea if you like your dips a bit thinner. So glad you enjoyed it Grace!

    1. Hi Lyndsey, I have never made this recipe with nut/peanut-free alternative but I would imagine it would taste great with Wow butter or the alternative you typically use.

    2. I have eczema so try to stay away from nuts also. I just used 1/2 an avocado as a replacement. It was delicious.

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