Chocolate Chip Cookies (With Chickpeas)

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the sugar and margarine with a wooden spoon or on medium speed until smooth.

3. 3

   Beat in the egg whites and vanilla, then the chickpeas and the chocolate chips.

4. 4

   Add the flour, oats, baking soda and salt, and mix on low speed until a thick dough forms.

5. 5

   Drop the dough by the tablespoonful onto the baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.

6. 6

   Press gently with a fork to flatten.

7. 7

   Bake until the cookies are golden brown and just set, 11 to 13 minutes; do not overbake.

8. 8

   Transfer to a rack to cool.

9. 9

   Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.