Eggnog Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

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The secret ingredient to this holiday treat is chickpeas, which fills these cookies with fiber. Add some holiday cheer by sprinkling on some cinnamon – you’ll pump up your metabolism along with the festivity.

Ingredients

• Makes 2 dozen cookies
• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 7.5 ounces (half of a 15-oz can) chickpeas
• 1/4 cup soy eggnog (or light eggnog)
• 2 tbsp agave nectar
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 3/4 cup dark chocolate morsels

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine chickpeas and eggnog in a food processor; blend until smooth. Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl along with the chickpea-eggnog puree and mix well.



Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Roll batter into 1-inch balls and flatten on baking sheet about 1-2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until cookies start to lightly brown. Remove from oven and cool before serving.