Chickpea Cookie Dough With Dark Chocolate

balancedbyalexa
Aug 7
2 min read

chickpea cookie dough in small green bowl

It's no secret that I love eating for my cycle. Chickpeas during the luteal phase are a game changer, but sometimes they can feel a little boring. That’s where my chickpea cookie dough with dark chocolate comes in! It’s an elite combo (if I do say so myself) — not only does it taste amazing, but it also helps support your blood sugar levels, hormone detoxification, and cravings. You need to try it.

Why my chickpea cookie dough with dark chocolate supports the luteal phase:

Chickpeas - Chickpeas are high in fiber and protein, making them a great addition to your diet during the luteal phase when your body needs extra support to manage blood sugar levels. They also help promote feelings of fullness, which can be helpful during this phase when cravings are stronger due to a natural increase in basal metabolic rate.

Almond Butter - Almond butter is a source of healthy fats and protein, both of which help stabilize energy levels during the luteal phase. These fats also support the production of progesterone, a key hormone that naturally rises during this phase to help balance estrogen.

Cinnamon - Cinnamon helps regulate blood sugar levels, which is especially important during the luteal phase when blood sugar fluctuations can trigger cravings and mood swings. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that support overall hormone balance.

Dark Chocolate - Dark chocolate is rich in magnesium, which is essential during the luteal phase for supporting mood and reducing PMS symptoms like irritability and fatigue. The antioxidants also help combat inflammation and improve blood flow, providing your body with a little extra love. It’s important to choose 80% or higher dark chocolate because it contains more nutrients and less sugar, making it a better choice for supporting hormonal health.

hand holding bowl of chickpea cookie dough

INGREDIENTS

1 (540 ml) can chickpeas

2 tbsp almond butter

1/4 cup almond flour

2 tbsp maple syrup (more to taste)

1/4 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 bar 85% dark chocolate

INSTRUCTIONS

Rinse and drain chickpeas thoroughly to remove any excess liquid.
Add drained chickpeas and all other ingredients besides dark chocolate to a food processor.
Process for 2 - 3 minutes, stopping to scrape sides as needed, until mixture is very smooth.
Taste for sweetness, adding more maple syrup if desired.
Chop dark chocolate and fold into the cookie dough.