Chocolate Hummus with Fruit

Who says dessert can't be good for you? This chocolate hummus takes the classic Mediterranean chickpea blend and transforms it into a decadent-tasting cocoa dip that's secretly loaded with plant-based protein and fiber. A splash of extra virgin olive oil keeps the texture silky and adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, while maple syrup and peanut butter bring natural sweetness and richness without relying on refined sugar or butter. Served alongside crisp apple slices and juicy strawberries, this snack delivers the perfect balance of creamy, chocolatey dip and bright, fresh fruit — satisfying a sweet tooth while staying firmly rooted in Mediterranean diet principles of whole foods, legumes, and minimal added sugar. It's an easy make-ahead snack for kids and adults alike, and a clever way to sneak more beans into your week. Whip it up in just ten minutes with a food processor, and keep it in the fridge for a quick, guilt-free treat whenever a chocolate craving strikes. It also doubles beautifully as a spread for whole-grain toast or a filling for celery sticks if you want to switch things up.</long_description> <parameter name="meta_description">Creamy chocolate hummus made with chickpeas, cocoa, maple and peanut butter — a Mediterranean-friendly dessert dip for fruit dipping.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz)chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoonsunsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 tablespoonsmaple syrup
• 2 tablespoonsnatural peanut butter
• 2 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoonsea salt
• 3 tablespoonswater, or more as needed to thin
• 1 cupstrawberries, hulled, halved
• 2 mediumapple, cored and sliced

Method

1. Add the drained chickpeas, cocoa powder, maple syrup, peanut butter, olive oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the bowl of a food processor.
2. Blend on high until mostly smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a spatula as needed.
3. With the processor running, drizzle in water one tablespoon at a time until the hummus reaches a thick, creamy, dip-like consistency.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or salt if desired, then blend briefly to combine.
5. Scoop the chocolate hummus into a serving bowl and smooth the top with the spatula.
6. On a cutting board, slice the apples into wedges and halve the strawberries.
7. Arrange the strawberries and apple slices around the bowl of chocolate hummus and serve immediately, or chill until ready to enjoy.