This delicious Snickerdoodle Hummus Dip tastes just like the holiday cinnamon sugar cookie but it’s healthier! The surprise ingredient is chickpeas but don’t let that scare you away – no one will know (unless you tell them)!
Favorite Holiday Cookie in Hummus Form
Snickerdoodles are one of my favorite cookies for Christmas. They are deliciously covered in cinnamon sugar and make the whole house smell like the holidays.
When I was telling a few people about my dip idea, they didn’t actually know what a snickerdoodle cookie was! I was so surprised! But even if you haven’t tried the cookie before, I think you’ll like my Snickerdoodle Hummus Dip version with all of its cinnamon goodness.
Healthy Holiday Dessert
While I love me some Christmas cookies I have been trying to think of a few healthy holiday recipes to share so we all can have a yummy treat without as much sugar (not that there’s anything wrong with some treats now and then).
I’ve seen chocolate chip cookie dip made with beans before and thought why not create a sweet hummus version of my beloved snickerdoodle cookies?
Snickerdoodle Hummus Ingredients
For this healthy dessert hummus I use only 4 ingredients:
- chickpeas
- almond butter
- pure maple syrup
- vanilla extract
Let me tell you, no one trying this Snickerdoodle Dip will think it was made with beans unless you tell them. It has that sweet cinnamony goodness that you’d get from a cookie but with added protein & fiber!
What to Eat with the Snickerdoodle Dip
You can dunk whatever you like into this hummus (or even just eat it with a spoon!) but here are a few ideas for dipping:
- apple slices
- graham crackers
- pear slices
- pretzels
And what could be a better Christmas movie watching snack than Snickerdoodle Hummus and my Gingerbread Hot Chocolate?
More Christmas Recipe Ideas
Need some more holiday recipes?
- Christmas Pinwheels
- Vegan Christmas Breakfast Recipes
- Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
- Vegan Port Wine Cheeseball
- Black Forest Cake Oatmeal
And don’t forget to check out my roundup of my blogger friends’ favorite Christmas Movies & Holiday Treats!
📖 Recipe
Snickerdoodle Hummus Dip
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- ⅓ cup almond butter
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and process till smooth.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Please Note: The nutritional information is a computer generated estimate so these numbers should be used only as a guide.
Mary Ellen Valverde MS, CNS, LDN is a Licensed Nutritionist and Certified Nutrition Specialist who empowers vegans to feel confident in creating sustainable habits that align with their values and health goals. She shares easy gluten-free plant-powered food to nourish your body + satisfy your tastebuds. Mary Ellen’s recipes and nutrition info have been featured on Yahoo News, Parade, VegNews, LIVESTRONG, Dr. Axe, Greatist, LIVEKINDLY, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more.
Sharon Graham says
Oh,my,gracious,this is awesome!!! I just made your Snickerdoodle Dip for a family gathering tomorrow. It is so good,my G-baby(who is now dairy free) begged for more! Can’t wait to see if anyone can guess the main ingredient is chickpeas.I have a hint and a question,though. Someone said to drain,rinse,then cook the chickpeas in fresh water for10-20 minutes to soften them,then drain and use.I’ll try that next time.And should I refrigerate this tonight for tomorrow? I didn’t use the pea juice,or add any other liquid.Thanks again for an Awesome idea!!!
Mary Ellen says
I’m so glad you and your G-baby like it!
Canned chickpeas are pre-cooked so I never re-cooked them but yes, draining and rinsing are good ideas. I usually do that but I just realized I didn’t have that in the directions – I’m updating now.
Yes, definitely refrigerate! I hope everyone enjoys tomorrow too!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
Looks delicious, Mary Ellen! Definitely a healthy alternative to all the cookies this time of year.
frieddandelions says
Yes, love it! We make “cookie dough hummus” sometimes—so yummy! Will definitely need to try your version!!!