No Sugar Added Sugar Cookie Dough Dip is so tasty, you'll have no idea it's made with chickpeas and sweetened with dates!
Not only does this stuff taste incredibly delicious, but it's nutritious too!
Dates are used to sweeten this No Sugar Added Sugar Cookie Dough Dip. Along with some almond extract, vanilla extract, a little salt {which helps intensify the sweetness}, and some love - this cookie dough dip doesn't need the cup or half cup of sugar that most cookie dough dips call for.
There is still sugar because dates naturally contain sugar but it is not added from granulated sugar, honey, maple syrup, etc.
My original version used powdered sugar and brown sugar, and while those are fine on occasion, I feel a little better about putting dates in my body instead of added sugar with no other benefits.
This Cookie Dough Dip also doesn't have the butter, flour, and other typical ingredients found in most cookie dough dip. Woohoo!
Since today is Sugar Cookie Day, I decided to do a sugar cookie version.
Since it's made with chickpeas, it has protein and fiber to keep you full. It's also great for food allergies - it's gluten-free {use certified gluten-free ingredients}, dairy-free, egg-free, and soy-free. It isn't nut-free but I am working on a version that will be.
Like I said before, it still has sugar so don't go overboard but it is a much much healthier alternative to so many sugary snacks. And it's incredibly tasty, fun to eat, and satisfying. Enjoy!
{No Sugar Added} Sugar Cookie Dip
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add the dates and cashews to a bowl and cover with very hot water. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Drain water and add to the bowl of a food processor. Blend until very smooth {once you add the other ingredients, it will not get any smoother}.
- Add the chickpeas, vanilla extract, water, almond extract, salt, baking powder, and oats. Blend until completely smooth {adding an additional teaspoon or two of water if needed to help blend}.
- Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Top with sprinkles before serving if desired.
- Serve with fruit slices or just eat with a spoon 😉
Notes
Meme
Nutrition Facts
Want more cookie dough dip? Here are some other faves:
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip
Anne
I've been using dates a lot lately to sweeten desserts - it's amazing how many things you can do make with them!
Meme
Right?! It's so nice to not have to use regular sugar and enjoy the added fiber that dates provide
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits
YUM! Instead of a PB&J sandwich, I should make a PB and cookie dip sandwich next time! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Meme
Oh my yum! How delicious does that sound?! Thanks for stopping by ๐
Kelli @Hungry Hobby
I love dates! I'm with you I feel better about them then sugar, at least you get a little nutrients and fiber in with them! Natures candy ๐
Meme
Completely agree with you! Dates rock!!
Lauren Harris-Pincus
OMG- I have to make this!!!!!