Pumpkin Protein Blondies (V, GF)

BOO! Did I scare you? Well these blondies are scary good and the number one nutrient-rich dessert or snack you should be making this fall season! Full of protein, omega 3s, and fiber, there's nothing not to love!

Pumpkin Protein Blondies (V, GF)

Time 30 minutes

Servings 9

Calories 158

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

• 1/4 cup cashew butter (or almond, pecan, or peanut butter)

• 2 scoops of vanilla pea protein (I used Orgain Superfood)

• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (I used Lily's 55% cacao)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

Suggested Toppings

• 1-2 tbs melted dark chocolate

• 1 tbs pumpkin seeds

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper and spray with a nonstick spray.

2. Put all ingredients (except chocolate chips) into a food processor and process until silky smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips and add to the 8x8 pan.

3. Bake for 13-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out smooth.

4. Let cool completely and add your melted dark chocolate and pumpkin seeds on top. Allow 30 minutes to harden and slice into 9 pieces- enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1/9 of recipe | Calories: 158 | Carbs: 20.8 | Fiber: 5.6g | Fat: 7.1g | Protein: 6.8g