# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1/4 cup tahini
→ Sweetener & Flavor
04 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1/4 cup maple syrup
06 - 2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Optional Add-ins
08 - 1-2 tbsp chocolate chips (dairy-free if vegan)
09 - 1-2 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
# Steps:
01 - Add chickpeas, almond milk, tahini, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to a food processor or high-speed blender.
02 - Process the mixture until very smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Add additional almond milk by 1 tablespoon increments to achieve desired consistency.
03 - Taste and modify sweetness or cocoa intensity according to preference.
04 - If desired, pulse in chocolate chips or nut butter to incorporate extra texture and flavor.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl and serve chilled or at room temperature alongside fruit, pretzels, or crackers.