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Healthy Snack: Chocolate Dip

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Sometimes I see a recipe and am so intrigued by the ingredients that I have to make it and see  for myself if it’s any good.  This recipe definitely falls into that category…  I’ve had this Healthy Chocolate Dip recipe bookmarked from the Weight Watchers website for some time now.  

With strawberries so plentiful right now, I finally took the time to make the dip.  What a great little snack this turned out to be!  It’s perfect for dipping graham crackers, strawberries or bananas.  I certainly didn’t feel guilty feeding this to my kids.

You’ll be super surprised at what the secret healthy ingredient is!  Are you ready for it?

Healthy chocolate

Secret Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Dip
Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup(s) canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
  • 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa (I substituted 3 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, coarsely chopped)
  • 1/2 cup(s) sugar 
  • 3 Tbsp fat-free sweetened condensed milk 
  • 3 Tbsp hot water 

Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender; blend until smooth. Place in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes to firm up.

Healthy Chocolate dip

What?  You said you wanted strawberries and chocolate for snack?  Why sure, have all you want!  The kids asked for this at every snack and meal until it was gone. (I never told them what was in it.)

Using a high powered blender really makes this dip super creamy.  We definitely preferred it chilled over room temperature.  (It’s chilled in the photo above, when room temperature, it is darker and not as thick.)

This was one of our What’s Cookin’ Wednesday projects and for fun, my 5 year old made a video demonstrating how to make the dip.

Enjoy!

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  1. Stephanie R. says

    July 6 at 3:08 am

    Yum! This looks delicious! Im going to have to give it a try to soothe my chocolate cravings!

    Reply
  2. Jessica says

    July 6 at 5:38 am

    Healthy chocolate?? Your title really caught my attention because this really didn't seem possible, but I'm going to have to give it a try because I LOVE chocolate! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  3. Tulip TrueAim says

    July 6 at 5:42 am

    These are such good recipes; Kids don't know the difference. I would be so grateful if you linked up at Mom's Library! Hope to see you there. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  4. Tim, Allyson, and kids says

    July 6 at 8:41 am

    I LOVE garbanzo bean dips. I've made a snicker doodle one that was really yummy with apple slices.

    I'd love for you to link this post to my Finished Friday Blog Party!

    Reply
  5. [email protected] says

    July 6 at 4:23 pm

    chickpeas!! I would never have thought!!

    (found this post from TidyMom)

    Reply
  6. Jessi W says

    July 7 at 2:45 am

    Yumm, sounds delicious! Anything that makes chocolate healthy gets an A in my book! I'd be thrilled if you want to share this at my current link party! http://practicallyfunctional.net/2012/07/the-fun-in-functional-link-party-6/

    Reply
  7. Julie says

    July 7 at 2:07 pm

    Looks good and healthy. I am inviting you to come and be part of my blog hop:
    http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2012/07/show-your-stuff-31.html

    Reply
  8. Carole says

    July 8 at 1:39 am

    Chickpeas – well I never.

    I found this through the Create and Inspire linky party. I linked in a pork and apple curry.
    Have a lovely week.

    Reply
  9. Suzanne's Pastimes says

    July 8 at 12:00 pm

    This looks delicious. I have seen different recipes using black beans and chickpeas and wondered how they would taste. I will have ot give it a try. I am hopping over from the Nifty Thrifty Party and have become your newest follower. Hope you have a chance to stop by and perhaps follow me back.

    Reply
  10. Seaweed and Raine says

    July 8 at 12:08 pm

    Oh My! That looks GOOOOOD. I had to bookmark it! ๐Ÿ™‚ Thank you.

    Reply
  11. Nif says

    July 8 at 7:32 pm

    This looks so good! I wonder what it's like if I sub Stevia for the sugar? Do you know anyone who's tried that?

    Reply
    • Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom says

      July 19 at 4:52 am

      I am sure it would still be good, I would not know how much to recommend though…
      ~Jamie

      Reply
  12. VickiT says

    July 8 at 10:03 pm

    That looks like an interesting recipe. I will definitely give it a try. I won't be telling my husband what is in it though, that's for sure. As thick as it looks on those strawberries, it almost looks like it is thick enough to use as a frosting maybe.

    I haven't been able to locate it over the past few years but I do think I might know where it's hiding, but I have a recipe for a Mock Pecan Pie that's very good. There are no pecans at all in the pie so it's great for those who either don't like nuts or are allergic to them because instead of the pecans you use pinto beans. It's awesome and no one could tell it's not the real thing unless you told them. I got that recipe years ago from someone who brought it to a potluck at the place I had my first job. She never told anyone until they tasted it to avoid people sticking their noses up and not trying it first. I was shocked at how good it was so I can imagine this recipe you have is probably good too.

    Your daughter is adorable in the video.

    Reply
  13. [email protected] says

    July 8 at 11:35 pm

    I'm all over chocolate, healthy or not, but you made it even better! Yum!

    Reply
  14. Gina Baker says

    July 9 at 2:47 am

    Definitely trying this! Yes, I got caught when I saw chocolate in your title… ๐Ÿ™‚ Coming to you from the blog hop! Have a fabulous week!

    Reply
  15. Nicole {WonkyWonderful} says

    July 9 at 4:26 am

    Interesting idea. I've never tried a chickpeas in a recipe. I'll have to try it sometime – thanks for the tip ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  16. Nicola says

    July 9 at 1:01 pm

    I love healthy recipes using garbanzos. I'm trying this tonight! Pinned ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  17. Talitha says

    July 9 at 5:14 pm

    Chickpeas!? Really? Love this. Now I'm hungry. Thanks! ๐Ÿ˜‰

    http://[email protected]

    Reply
  18. Ashley says

    July 10 at 4:42 am

    I love this addition of chick peas! Guilt-free chocolate recipes are the best ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  19. Lisa says

    July 10 at 12:40 pm

    Interesting idea! I'd love to make this, have everyone rave about it and then tell them the secret ingredient!

    Reply
  20. Liz & Holley says

    July 10 at 2:47 pm

    Chickpeas!?!?!? That is surprising! I'm going to have to try this for sure! We'd love for you to link up with us for Tasty Tuesday over at aletteredlife.blogspot.com

    Reply
  21. Amanda says

    July 10 at 3:49 pm

    I would never have through the secret ingredient was chickpeas! Mind you, I've made some awesome Black Bean Brownies before and you'd have never know that was the secret ingredient either. You kind hide lots of healthy things with chocolate ๐Ÿ™‚

    I'm thinking about taking this with a fruit platter to a BBQ this weekend! Thanks for sharing ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  22. Kathie says

    July 10 at 8:09 pm

    Wow! I am definately trying this one! I have some chickpeas that would love to be transformed into chocolate! Hope you'll share at Gettin' Krafty With It!
    http://kraftykat76.blogspot.com/2012/07/gettin-krafty-with-it.html

    Reply
  23. Six Sisters says

    July 11 at 1:26 am

    Chickpeas? We are so impressed. It looks delicious! Thanks for joining us for "Strut Your Stuff Saturday". We hope you'll be back soon! We loved having you. -The Sisters

    Reply
  24. Nikki says

    July 11 at 3:06 am

    This looks delicious! I think I might make this for the girls in the office next week. We are chocolate fiends but we don't really eat it – but we love to watch our co-workers lol. I found you on Whim Wednesday. I'm a new follower as well.

    Reply
  25. Jennifer Dawn says

    July 11 at 11:50 am

    This looks fantastic! I would love it if you linked it up to my brand new link party going on now. http://thelifeofjenniferdawn.blogspot.com/2012/07/little-bird-told-me-link-party-1.html

    Reply
  26. Tonii says

    July 11 at 1:54 pm

    This looks amazing!! I found you at Uncommon…and am SO glad I did. Newest follower…and who knew you could do that with chickpeas?! ๐Ÿ˜‰
    Tonii
    Blue Skies Ahead

    Reply
  27. Natasha SerenityYou says

    July 11 at 4:09 pm

    healthy you say?? chocolate?? PINNING!!!!

    would love it if you could share this on my link party – http://serenityyou.blogspot.co.uk/2012/07/serenity-saturday-47.html

    Reply
  28. the poor sophisticate says

    July 12 at 8:43 am

    This looks so yummy! How many calories per serving? I love your blog and am thrilled to be your newest follower!
    -Molly
    thepoorsophisticate.blogspot.com

    Reply
  29. CC says

    July 12 at 4:40 pm

    Yum. Looks tasty. Do you know the calorie content?

    Reply
    • Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom says

      July 12 at 4:58 pm

      I dont know the calories, but two tablespoons of the dip is 2 pts plus. I considered making it with splenda, but since it was for the kids I just used regular sugar. Taking out the real sugar reduces the pp by .5.
      ~Jamie

      Reply
  30. Miz Helen says

    July 13 at 6:04 pm

    Your recipe looks awesome! Hope you have a great week end and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  31. Deana says

    July 13 at 9:47 pm

    Your recipe is being featured at tonights link and greet party at CountryMommaCooks …… have a great weekend : )

    Reply
  32. Cathy @ My 1929 Charmer says

    July 14 at 2:14 am

    Wow, I had to come over and check out anything that says Healthy Chocolate! Your recipe looks so awesome! Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration with Sunday's Best!

    Reply
  33. Heidi says

    July 14 at 5:30 pm

    Oh, this looks so yummy, can I love the secret ingredient! I'm hosting a linky party "One Creative Weekend" at OneCreativeMommy.com. I'd love for you to visit and link up this idea and/or anything else you'd like to share. (I'm definitely pinning this!)

    Reply
  34. [email protected] says

    July 15 at 3:10 pm

    Chickpeas — who'd have thought! Sounds good and I'll be trying it at the next ladies' night out! Thanks for linking on Busy Monday at A Pinch of Joy! Hope to see you again soon โ€“

    Reply
  35. [email protected] says

    July 17 at 8:36 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing sith us at Someday Crafts! I will be featuring your recipe tonight on our blog. Please stop back in and grab a Featured on Someday Crafts Button for your blog. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  36. Trish - Mom On Timeout says

    July 18 at 6:01 pm

    Looks amazing! I would never have thought of using chickpeas with chocolate ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks so much for sharing at Mom On Timeout!

    Reply
  37. Crafty P says

    July 22 at 11:22 pm

    Made this last night and although it didn't look at all like yours (darker and not as thick), it was yummy! I sprinkled in some cinnamon- love that combo of chocolate and cinnamon. And subbed the sugar with agave nectar, justna little squeeze.

    Reply
    • Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom says

      July 22 at 11:28 pm

      I am glad you liked it! My dip only got that thick after being in the fridge for a couple of hours. It did start out darker and thinner as well.
      ~Jamie

      Reply
  38. Jamie S. says

    July 24 at 4:51 am

    Sounds interesting. However, it does seem like there's a lot of sugar in this, between the actual sugar and the sweetened condensed milk. Any idea how much there is per serving?

    Reply
    • Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom says

      July 24 at 5:06 am

      These are my two favorite sites for finding out nutritional info: http://caloriecount.about.com/ and myfitnesspal.com. If you look up the nutritional values, be sure to come back and let everyone know. According to the weight watchers website, this recipe is 2 points plus per serving. (When I diet, i loosely follow their plan…) 1 serving is 2 tablespoons of the dip.
      [email protected] scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com

      Reply
  39. cg says

    October 1 at 7:40 pm

    what brand of blender did you use for the chocolate dip? you stated in the recipe that a high-powered blender was needed.

    Reply
    • Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom says

      October 1 at 8:29 pm

      Hi, A high powered blender is definitely NOT needed for this recipe. Any blender will work. I personally have a vitamix blender and it is my opinion that a high powered blender makes this dip EXTRA super smooth and creamy (almost like whipped butter.)
      ~Jamie

      Reply
  40. newestedwards says

    November 4 at 11:43 am

    This looks so amazing! ๐Ÿ˜€ I must try it a.s.a.p.! Thanks for the great recipe!

    Caroline
    chocolateandcarrots.com

    Reply

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