Certainly! Sweet hummus is a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional savory hummus. Here’s a recipe for a tasty sweet hummus:
Ingredients:
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
1/4 cup almond butter or any nut butter of your choice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
23 tablespoons water (adjust for desired consistency)
Optional toppings: sliced fruits (such as strawberries or bananas), chopped nuts, drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions:
Prepare Chickpeas: Rinse and drain the chickpeas thoroughly. If you have the time, you can also remove the skins for an extra smooth texture.
Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, maple syrup or honey, almond butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Adjust Consistency: While blending, add water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the sweet hummus and adjust the sweetness or thickness according to your preference. You can add more maple syrup, honey, or cinnamon if desired.
Serve: Transfer the sweet hummus to a serving bowl. You can drizzle a little extra almond butter or honey on top for presentation.
Add Toppings: Garnish with your favorite toppings such as sliced fruits, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the sweet hummus with fruit slices, pretzels, or crackers. It also makes a great spread on toast or as a dip for cookies.
Feel free to get creative with this recipe by experimenting with different nut butters, spices, or toppings to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious sweet hummus!
