Discover a gastroenterologists favorite chickpea cookie recipe made with eight simple ingredients and packed with protein and fiber.

Moderation is key, folks.

Plus, thanks to the chickpeas, the recipe boasts tons of fiber and protein.

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And its vegan-friendly, too!

What are the benefits of these gut-friendly chickpea cookies?

The even better news?

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Washington-based, board-certified gastroenterologist

A batch of these cookies features a whole entire can of chickpeas.

For example, consuminghigh-fiber foodsregularly can help promote cardiovascular health and even help boost longevity.

There more you know, right?

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But thats not all, folks.

Another importantbenefit of chickpeasis that theyre extremely high in protein.

Just one cup of chickpeas contains a whopping 14.5 grams of protein.

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Beautyandprotein, what more could we ask for from these humble cookies?

Perhaps, a littlemoreprotein?

Your wish is our command.

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Washington-based, board-certified gastroenterologist

This recipe also includes half a cup of almond butter per batch.

Plus, they can help stabilize blood sugar levels.

Its time to get baking, fam.

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1.

Save the drained chickpea liquid

Leftover chickpea liquidotherwise known asaquafabais one of our favorite egg substitutes.

When whipped, it turns frothy, similar to the consistency of whipped cream.

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2.

Theyre vegan, gluten-free, and, of course, packed with boatloads of protein and fiber.

Just confirm the cookies arent too hot or too cold; somewhere in the middle is ideal.

Preheat the oven to 350oF degrees.

Add the maple syrup and vanilla, and continue to blend.

Add the baking soda, baking powder, and salt, and continue to blend.

Once cooled, stir in the chocolate chips.

Bake the cookies for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges have slightly browned.

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