Get ready to experience a mind-blowing dessert that combines the rich, creamy goodness of peanut butter with the deep, luxurious notes of chocolate - all without a single animal product! These vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Blondies are not just a recipe, they're a culinary revelation that will make your taste buds dance and your health-conscious heart sing. Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly moist, chocolate-studded square that's not only incredibly delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 16 blondies
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine almond butter and maple syrup. Whisk together until smooth and well incorporated, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add vanilla extract to the almond butter mixture and mix thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, sift together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps prevent clumping and ensures even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a consistent batter forms.
- Gently fold in half of the vegan chocolate chips, reserving the remaining chips for topping.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes. The blondies are done when the edges are slightly firm and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the blondies out and transfer to a wire rack.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into 16 equal squares. For clean cuts, use a sharp knife and wipe between slices.
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your almond butter is at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't Overmix: Gently fold ingredients to keep the batter light and prevent tough blondies.
- Check for Doneness: A few moist crumbs on the toothpick are perfect - this ensures a fudgy, not dry, result.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the blondies cool completely before cutting to help them set and achieve the ideal texture.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Customize: Feel free to swap chocolate chips for nuts or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for extra flavor complexity.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
