Fudge - chickpeas, peanut butter and dates

Serve FROZEN

Makes 12 – 24, depending on size

 

1 x tin chickpeas, drain AND RINSE VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY WELL

1/4 cup peanut butter (no added fat, no added sugar)

86 g soft dried dates, cut into small pieces

1/2 cup hot water

1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

1 teaspoon mixed spices

1 teaspoon vanilla essence

Chopped peanuts (optional)

 

In a food processor with the metal blade, blitz together the dates and water.  Add the chickpeas and blitz till smooth.  Add the rest of ingredients.  Spoon into a greased open (or closed) pan / glass dish and freeze for at least 4 hours.  Cut into portions.  Serve frozen – they melt when at room temperature.

Recipe and photo:  Alma Pretorius