Bhubaneswar, Sept 12: When the day feels overwhelming, there's nothing quite like a delicious dessert to turn things around. After all, 'stressed' spelled backward is 'desserts', making it a delightful way to unwind after a hectic day and regain that much-needed energy!
For those of us committed to a strict diet, avoiding sweets due to their high sugar and calorie content is a common practice. It's only natural to seek out healthier alternatives to satisfy those sugar cravings.
If you're unsure about what to try, consider whipping up a homemade dessert.
Ingredients:
- 250 grams chickpeas
- 1/4th cup almond butter
- 1/4th cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4th tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4th tsp Himalayan salt
- Chocolate chips
For Coating:
- 3/4th cup chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions:
- Combine chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor or blender. Blend until the batter is smooth.
- Gently fold in the almond flour and chocolate chips by hand. If the batter is too runny, add more almond flour.
- Shape the dough into balls and place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze for 30 to 60 minutes to allow the balls to firm up.
- Melt the dark chocolate chips and add coconut oil.
- Dip each frozen ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Return the chocolate-covered balls to the lined tray and refrigerate to allow the chocolate to set.
- Refrigerate or freeze until the chocolate hardens, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Enjoy!
- This dessert not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also provides a natural protein boost—a guilt-free way to enjoy a little sweetness in your day!
