Why are chickpeas used in these Buckeye Bars?

Chickpeas provide a unique, grain-free base for these bars and help create a surprisingly smooth, fudgy texture when thoroughly blended with almond milk.

Can I use a different sweetener instead of date paste?

While date paste provides natural sweetness and moisture, you could try maple syrup, but be aware that the texture and sweetness level of the bars may change.

What other flours can I use if I don't have banana flour?

The recipe notes that buckwheat or oat flour would likely also work as suitable substitutes for banana flour to maintain the grain-free or gluten-free aspect.

How should I store these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Buckeye Bars?

Once completely cooled, store the baked bars in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or refrigerate them for extended freshness.

How do I ensure the bars have a smooth consistency?

To achieve a smooth texture, make sure to thoroughly blend the chickpeas and almond milk until the mixture is completely pureed before combining with the other ingredients.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Buckeye Bars
[Vegan, Grain-Free]

SG By: Sara Grandominico

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Freshly baked Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Buckeye Bars, cut into squares and stacked, showcasing fudgy texture and visible vegan chocolate chips.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Buckeye Bars [Vegan, Grain-Free]

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You can never go wrong with chocolate and peanut butter and these grain-free buckeye-inspired bars are almost too much to handle! They're made from chickpeas and banana flour, sweetened naturally with dates, and oil-free thanks to peanut butter. The addition of peanut butter is so rich and gooey, while the... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Buckeye Bars [Vegan, Grain-Free]

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup almond milk or other non-dairy milk
1 cup date paste (about 15 Medjool dates blended with 1 cup hot water, then measure out 1 cup paste)
1/2 cup natural, unsweetened peanut butter
1/2 cup banana flour (buckwheat or oat flour will likely also work)
1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips or chunks

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How to Prepare Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Buckeye Bars [Vegan, Grain-Free]

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Blend the chickpeas and almond milk until smooth.
In a large bowl, mix the chickpea purée, date paste, and peanut butter until thoroughly combined.
Stir in the banana flour, then fold in chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into a nonstick square pan, and bake for 50 minutes.
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting/serving.

Notes

Exclude chocolate chips to make it completely whole foods plant-based.

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.