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    Vegan Chickpea Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies (No Egg)

    Published: Apr 29, 2023 by Marinela


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    Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, studded with melty chocolatey morsels with a flavorful hint of banana-these vegan chickpea flour chocolate chip cookies really are the best gluten-free dessert or snack.

    Moreover, these garbanzo bean flour cookies are completely dairy-free, egg-free, and nut-free. Plus, they are ready in less than 20 minutes and are super easy to make in just 1 bowl. Definitely, a must-try healthy and delicious allergy-friendly treats that turn out perfectly every single time!

    A stack of vegan chickpea flour chocolate chip cookies on parchment paper

    You probably know how much I love chickpea flour. It's the special ingredient in my favorite recipes like Vegan Scrambled Eggs, No Egg Veggie Frittata, or these crispy Potato Latkes. I used this protein-packed flour in many savory recipes so far.

    I have never tried to bake something sweet with it. One day I decided to give it a try and honestly, I was surprised by the result.

    A delish chickpea flour cookie with an irresistibly moist and tender texture. Yum-yum!

    Helathy chickpea flour banana cookies on parchment paper with yellow flowers in the background

    These chickpea banana cookies are tasty, perfectly sweet, and super satisfying. Perfect for breakfast or afternoon snack with a cup of coffee or tea.

    Oh, I forgot to tell you, I made another batch while writing this blog post 🙂

    My sincere advice? Make double the batch at once. Trust me, you'll need it.

    Jump to:
    • Chickpea Flour Nutrition
    • What Is Chickpea Flour Used For
    • Ingredients For Chickpea Cookies
    • How To Make Chocolate Chip Cookies with Chickpea Flour
    • Substitutions
    • Storage
    • Top Tips
    • FAQ
    • Vegan Recipes With Chickpea Flour
    • More Gluten-Free Breakfast Cookies
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    Chickpea Flour Nutrition

    Chickpea flour also called gram, besan, or garbanzo bean flour is made from finely ground dried chickpeas. This unique flour with a pleasant nutty taste that contains no gluten has an exceptional nutritional profile and is a common staple in many Indian and Middle Eastern dishes.

    In addition, chickpea flour is rich in plant-based protein, fiber, various minerals, and vitamins including folate, manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, and iron.

    There are numerous health benefits to using this nutritious flour in frying and baking. It promotes heart and gut health, helps control blood sugar levels, and is ideal for people with gluten intolerances, celiac disease, and wheat allergy.

    Vegan gluten-free garbanzo bean flour cookies on parchment paper

    What Is Chickpea Flour Used For

    Why you will love chickpea flour?

    • It's an excellent substitute for regular wheat flour.
    • It's nut-free and grain-free.
    • Has a naturally dense texture that makes baked goods super fluffy and velvety.
    • Acts as an egg replacement when mixed with water or non-dairy milk.
    • It's used as a binding agent or thickener in soups, stews, or sauces.

    Ingredients For Chickpea Cookies

    You'll need a few pantry staples to bake these effortless chickpea flour banana cookies:

    Plant-based ingredients for baking gluten-free chickpa flour dessert
    • Chickpea Flour
    • Banana (ripe or overripe)
    • Brown Sugar
    • Sunflower Oil (any neutral oil works)
    • Mini Chocolate Chips (or regular chocolate chips, dairy-free)
    • Pure Vanilla Extract
    • Baking Soda
    • Apple Cider Vinegar
    • Water
    • Salt

    As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.

    How To Make Chocolate Chip Cookies with Chickpea Flour

    Mashed banana in a bowl with a fork

    Mash banana. In a mixing bowl mash the banana with a fork until you get a smooth consistency. We'll need ½ cup of mashed banana (that's one medium-sized banana 7-8 inches long).

    Healthy gluten-free cookie dough in a bowl with a spoon

    Mix all ingredients. Add chickpea flour, sugar, oil, vanilla extract, baking soda, apple cider vinegar, salt, and water to the bowl with mashed banana. Mix everything together until well incorporated.

    Healthy vegan cookie dough with dairy-free chocolate chips in a bowl

    Fold in chocolate chips. Gently fold dark chocolate chips into the dough.

    Unbaked cookies with chickpea flour, chocolate chips, and banana on a baking sheet lined with parcment paper

    Bake. Preheat the oven to 356°F / 180°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the cookie mixture and place about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Cookies with spread while baking. Bake for 11-13 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are soft to the touch.

    Baked chickpea cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

    Enjoy or store for later. Let cookies sit on the baking pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

    These cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days but they will last for up to a week if you keep them in an airtight container in the fridge. Alternatively, you can freeze them in a freezer-friendly container or bag for up to 2 months.

    Substitutions

    • Brown sugar - instead of brown sugar you can use regular white sugar or coconut sugar, liquid sweeteners like maple syrup or agave nectar won't work for this recipe.
    • Sunflower oil - use any neutral oil like grapeseed, canola, refined coconut oil, or any vegetable oil you have on hand.
    • Mini chocolate chips - you can substitute them with regular chocolate chips, carob chips, or roughly chopped dark chocolate chunks.

    Storage

    You can store these eggless cookies at room temperature for up to 3 days or keep them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week.

    Once completely cooled you can also freeze them for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature and enjoy.

    Female hand is holding a chickpea flour chocolate chip cookie on white table with crumbs and bright yellow flowers

    Top Tips

    1. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. This will help them bake evenly and prevent them from sticking and breaking when you take them off the sheet.
    2. If your banana isn't ripe enough to be mashed by fork blend it in a blender or food processor.
    3. Don't over-bake. Although they may feel soft at touch they will firm up when they cool.
    Eggless chickpea flour banana cookies with chocolate chips on a plate

    FAQ

    Can I substitute chickpea flour for all-purpose flour

    Yes, you can but I don't recommend it for this recipe because it is specifically created for chickpea flour as a main ingredient.

    Is chickpea flour good for baking

    Absolutely! Because of its naturally dense texture and binding power when mixed with liquid ingredients, it yields light and fluffy baked goods that perfectly hold together.

    Is gram flour (chickpea flour) gluten-free

    Of course, chickpea flour is entirely gluten-free. While chickpeas are naturally gluten-free, be sure to read the package to confirm that the flour was not made in a facility where gluten-containing foods are processed.

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    A stack of vegan chickpea flour chocolate chip cookies on parchment paper

    Vegan Chickpea Flour Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Marinela
    Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, studded with melty chocolatey morsels with a flavorful hint of banana these vegan chickpea flour chocolate chip cookies are the best gluten-free dessert or snack.
    Also, these garbanzo bean flour cookies are dairy-free, egg-free,nut-free, and easy to make in just 1 bowl and ready in 20 minutes. Healthy and delicious allergy-friendly treats that turn out perfectly every single time!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 12 minutes mins
    Total Time 17 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine dairy-free, egg-free, Gluten-free, Plant-based, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings 11 cookies
    Calories 128 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Bowl medim-sized
    • 1 Fork
    • 1 Spatula or large spoon
    • 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
    • 1 set measuring cups
    • 1 set measuring spoons

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 banana mashed, full ½ cup
    • 1 cup chickpea flour
    • ⅓ cup brown sugar or regular white sugar
    • 2 tablespoon sunflower oil or any neutral oil
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or regular white vinegar
    • ⅓ cup dairy-free chocolate chips mini or regular-sized OR roughly chopped dark chocolate
    • 1 pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing bowl mash the banana with a fork until you get a smooth consistency. We'll need ½ cup of mashed banana (that's one medium-sized banana 7-8 inches long).
    • Add chickpea flour, sugar, oil, vanilla extract, baking soda, apple cider vinegar, salt, and water to the bowl with mashed banana. Mix everything together until well incorporated.
    • Gently fold dark chocolate chips into the dough.
    • Preheat the oven to 356°F / 180°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
      Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the cookie mixture and place about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Cookies with spread while baking. Bake for 11-13 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are soft to the touch.
    • Let cookies sit on the baking pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
      These cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days but they will last for up to a week if you keep them in an airtight container in the fridge. Alternatively, you can freeze them in a freezer-friendly container or bag for up to 2 months.

    Notes

    • Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. This will help them bake evenly and prevent them from sticking and breaking when you take them off the sheet.
    • If your banana isn't ripe enough to be mashed by fork blend it in a blender or food processor.
    • Don't over-bake. Although they may feel soft at touch they will firm up when they cool.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 59mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword banana, chickpea flour, chocolate chips, cookie, garbanzo bean flour, vegan chickpea flour chocolate chip cookies
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